The Air Canada Pilots Association (ACPA), in partnership with the Canadian Society of Air Safety Investigators, will host a global conference next month to promote aviation safety during winter operations.

"Canadian pilots and their aviation partners have learned through many years of experience how to fly safely in challenging winter conditions," said Captain Barry Wiszniowski, Chair of ACPA's Technical and Safety Division. "We want to improve aviation safety not only here in Canada, but around the world by sharing the lessons we've learned with our colleagues in the industry."

At the "Safety is No Secret" conference, aviation experts will explain how their expertise, leading-edge technology and lessons learned in the field can keep airlines flying safely in all winter weather. Manufacturers, airlines, airports, de-icing experts and regulatory agencies will address issues key to safe winter aviation on the ground and in flight, from take off to landing.

Attendees will gather at the Fairmont Royal York October 7-8. Others wishing to attend can review the conference agenda and register on line at www.winterops.ca

Air Canada Pilots Association (ACPA) is the largest professional pilot group in Canada, representing the more than 3,000 pilots who operate Air Canada's mainline fleet.