1,400 Pilot members from across the world for the Pilot International Foundation's Annual Meeting in New Orleans.

The conference, from July 5 to 8, provided participants with the opportunity to network through business meetings and workshops.

Founded in 1921, Pilot International is a volunteer service organisation of business and professional leaders working to improve the quality of life in communities around the world.

The Pilot Club was chartered locally in 1951 and since then the club has actively been involved in the community.

For the past several years members have been raising funds to assist families with children who have brain-related disorders. They have helped other charities such as P.A.L.S., Meals on Wheels, and Agape House among others.