By Doris Maria Bregolisse
Global News
Posted June 22, 2017 1:38 am EST
Updated June 22, 2017 11:20 pm EST
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The Canadian Owners and Pilots Association (COPA) is holding their annual convention and trade show in Kelowna June 21 through June 25.
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About 140 small aircraft from across Canada will bring approximately 500 delegates to the event.
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YLW is the first major international airport in Canada to host the annual convention, according to airport manager Sam Samadar.
The private plane sector generates $9.3 Billion in economic activity, according to a study commissioned by COPA.
The event takes place at the airpark off Old Vernon Rd, adjacent to the YLW airfield.
Some events are open to the public by admission.
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