Congratulations to IFA’s American Vice President John Goglia, National Aviation Hall of Fame’s Class of 2025
Since its foundation through an Act of Congress in 1964, the National Aviation Hall of Fame has faithfully fulfilled their mission to honor the tenacity, genius and ingenuity of the people of air and space. They boldly serve as a testament that Americans who excel deserve to be recognized and their stories be documented to be used as guidance and inspiration of future generations.
John Goglia
IFA America’s VP
An internationally recognized aviation safety expert and the first NTSB board member to hold an FAA Airframe & Powerplant mechanic license. With a career spanning aircraft maintenance, safety advocacy, and consulting, he served on the NTSB from 1995, where he played a key role in raising awareness about airport safety, aircraft maintenance, and compassion for accident victims’ families. A recipient of numerous awards, Goglia continues to contribute his expertise through consulting, writing, and speaking engagements on aviation safety.
