Charles Alcock
Managing Editor
Charles Alcock is managing editor of the AIN Media Group, having rejoined the company in 2019. He has been an aviation journalist since 1986, and previously worked for AIN from 1990 to 2017, most recently as editor-in-chief. His main focus is on covering new aviation technology and business models, as well as international news.
Having been raised in the London area, Alcock studied at the University of Manchester in the UK and earned an honors degree in Politics and Modern History. He speaks English and French, and some German.
Latest from Charles Alcock
Airlines
Wilbur Air Plans to Operate Crisalion's Integrity eVTOL in Australia
Wilbur Air is a subsidiary of advanced air mobility ground infrastructure group Skyportz
Aircraft
Business Jets Find Favor in Multiple Special Missions Roles
Gulfstream and other manufacturers work with customers and defense contractors to adapt their aircraft
Aircraft
Embraer Logs Super Tucano Order, Rolls Out E-Jet Upgrades
Paraguay's air force will take six of the light attack and training aircraft
Aircraft
Supernal Debuts S-A2 eVTOL and Prepares to Fly Demonstrator
Hyundai Motor Group owner says company has a responsibility to mitigate car congestion
Engines
ITP Aero Reaps Growth From New Engine Platform Roles
Former Rolls-Royce engines and components subsidiary expands its horizons
Engines
Tata Applies AI and Quantum Computing to Crack Tough Aerospace Challenges
India-based group expands its work with Rolls-Royce on hydrogen fuel systems
Engines
Safran Will Provide Electrical Power for Boeing's X-66 Flight Demonstrator
NASA-backed program is exploring technology for next-generation single-aisle airliners
Aircraft
Vertical Starts Ground Tests With Second VX4 eVTOL Prototype
Flight tests will start when the UK Civil Aviation Authority issues a permit to fly
Aircraft
Asian Sales Group Plans to Buy VoltAero Cassio Hybrid-Electric Aircraft
Global Sky signed a memorandum of understanding for 15 of the five- to 12-seat aircraft
Airports
Milan Prepares for eVTOL Air Taxi Services
Plans call for vertiports across the Lombardy region
Engines
Preliminary Design Complete for SWITCH Hybrid-Electric Powertrain
RTX companies Pratt & Whitney and Collins are working with multiple partners on EU-funded work
Engines
Rolls-Royce Reports Progress with Pearl 10X Engine
Manufacturer says early operations with the Pearl 700 turbofans on the Gulfstream G700 are "flawless"
Aircraft
Eve Adds Funding and Partners to eVTOL Aircraft Program
The Embraer spin-off now has cash runway to support work through 2027
Engines
Jekta and ZeroAvia Team to Develop Hydrogen-Powered Seaplane
Hydrogen-electric PHA-ZE 100 features quadruple the range of the battery-powered model
Airports
Southeast Queensland Prepares for eVTOL Air Taxi Services
Wisk Aero plans to build vertiports with Skyports Infrastructure
Aircraft
Boeing Commercial Chief Says Employees are Key to Safety Turnaround
President and CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes Stephanie Pope addressed reporters on the eve of the Farnborough Airshow
ATC
Air Traffic Controller Drought Calls for New Approach to Training
CAE aims to make the recruitment and training process more efficient
Aircraft
Race to Market Heats Up For eVTOL Aircraft Pioneers
Some competitors are running low on cash, and some big dark horses await their moment
Aircraft
Air Show Lineup Channels Global Tensions
1,500 exhibitors and 80,000 trade visitors converge in Farnborough
Engines
RTX Pools Power Expertise to Accelerate Propulsion Breakthroughs
Collins and Pratt & Whitney push for progress with multiple hybrid-electric applications
Engines
New U.S. Air Force Ops Platform Will Get Upgraded Engines
GE Aerospace Defense & Systems is pursuing new opportunities for its engines in military applications
Engines
Trent Engine Upgrades Cover Fuel Efficiency and Reliability
The A350-900's new Trent XWB-84 turbofans will burn 1% less fuel
Environment
Engine Makers and Aircraft Operators Grapple With Non-CO2 Emissions
Pratt & Whitney and Rolls-Royce among other seek to address issues like contrail formation
Aircraft
Omani Transport Group Prepares To Operate Laila Uncrewed VTOL Freighter
Mwasalat signed a partnership agreement with California-based start-up Odys Aviation
Airlines
Saudia Signs To Buy Up to 100 Lilium Jet eVTOL Aircraft
The Middle East airline will support the manufacturer in securing type certification in Saudi Arabia
Aircraft
Vertical Reveals Second eVTOL Prototype Ahead of Flight Testing
The new VX4 model has a 20% greater power-to-weight ratio than the first prototype
Aircraft
Green Regional Airliners Could Break the Market Mold
Several new hybrid-electric and hydrogen-powered aircraft are in development
Maintenance and Modifications
Honeywell Expands TFE Engine Support with Gama Aviation
Gama's Bournemouth facility in the UK will support aircraft operators across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa
Environment
Dovetail Unveils Hydrogen-electric Propulsion System
The first powertrain has been tested with ground runs conducted in Spain
Airports
Court Blocks Movement Cuts at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
It is unclear whether the new Dutch government will pursue its predecessor's environmental policies
