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  • ADS-B In information is critical for pilots to maintain situational awareness and make informed decisions during flight. The absence of this information can lead to increased risks and potential safety hazards for aviation. Read More
  • Under a proposed eMCO model, a single pilot could be the lone pilot on duty in a commercial airplane under certain conditions using cutting-edge automation and ground support. This marks a fundamental shift in how commercial flights operate. Read More
  • Ensuring aviation safety's future strength and resilience, continuous evolution, dedication to excellence, and vigilant, proactive efforts are crucial for navigating challenges and prioritizing air traveler well-being. Read More
  • Civil aviation has undergone a digital transformation and cybersecurity is now a critical aspect of the industry. Read More

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  • From the earliest days of flight, pilots understood the importance of adequate preparation. In the decades since, airline pilots have joined together to expand their ability to fly more safely and efficiently. Read More
  • Building a Bridge to Aviation's Future: While flying remains the safest mode of transportation, recent aviation accidents remind us that we cannot rest. Read More
  • There's simply no substitute for experience—it allows pilots to build the critical skills they need to ensure safety! Read More
  • Diversity allows us to take on issues from all angles as to advance goals in safety, security, and human performance. Read More
Ron Abel
"At ICAO, our work has been wide-ranging—and it's made a tremendous difference for pilots around the world." Read More

We believe in turning ideas into reality!

Culture

A dynamic, culture makes our teams extraordinarily effective. For us, the search for excellence never ends.

Values

We are committed to doing the right thing and we will always deliver the truth to our clients and to each other.

Impact

Decisions made now will determine the future of airlines and the global environment for years to come.

Experienced

An airline pilot for over 42 years and a well-known industry veteran, Captain Abel comes to the table with a broad and accomplished decades-long background in leadership roles at IFALPA and the Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA).

Leadership

Captain Abel was IFALPA’s President from October 2016 to May 2019. He is a recognized leader with a strong reputation for delivering innovative solutions based on honesty and integrity, who believes in turning ideas into reality. Captain Abel was also President and CEO of the InterPilot Aviation Safety Foundation in Montreal and is currently a Fellow of the Royal Aeronautical Society.

Dedication

Ron Abel was a Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Interpilot Aviation Safety Foundation (IPASF) from December 2018 until his retirement in June of 2023. The Foundation is an independent, nonprofit, international organization engaged in research, education, advocacy and communications to improve aviation safety. The Foundation’s aim is to connect, influence, and lead international civil aviation safety, security, and environmental sustainability efforts through education and awareness.

Broad interest and accomplishment...

Ron Abel Report to Conference
Report to Conference

"Unity, trust, and credibility are inseparable concepts."

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Building a Bridge
Building a Bridge

"We value people whose lives balance work and non-work activities because we believe they are both more interesting colleagues and are able to make better contributions."

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Experience Teaches
Experience Teaches

"There’s simply no substitute for experience—it allows pilots to build the critical skills they need to ensure safety!"

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