Mr. Goglia served as a Member of the National Transportation Safety Board from August 1995 to June 2004. With more than 40 years experience in the aviation industry, he was the first Board Member to hold an FAA aircraft mechanic’s certificate.

As a Board Member, he played a key role in focusing international attention on the increasing significance of aircraft maintenance in aviation accidents. He pressed successfully for greater integration of civilian and military safety information.

John has been an Associate Member of IFA for some years. Prior to joining the NTSB, John was an airline mechanic and involved as a Union Flight Safety Representative on Accident Investigation teams. For 12 years he operated his own aircraft service company so he is well qualified to assist on issues on Parts, service and maintenance.