International Federation of Airworthiness (IFA)

The International Federation of Airworthiness, or IFA, is a non-governmental organisation based in the United Kingdom. The site says it works to improve aviation safety by increasing communication, awareness and cooperation on airworthiness issues. It focuses on the continuing airworthiness of civil transport aircraft.

The IFA is a UK registered charity, number 296354. The site says membership is open to any person or organisation with a passion for airworthiness. The organisation is funded by membership subscriptions, sponsorship and a trust fund.

Members get access to airworthiness information, IFA films, the annual magazine, online content, and invitations to technical meetings and workshops. The site lists corporate and institutional, professional, student, alumni and apprentice membership.

Events on the site include SAFE 360, the Safety in Aviation Forum for Europe, on 27 and 28 October 2026. The 85th General Assembly runs from 27 to 30 October 2026. The John Saull Memorial Event takes place on 10 November 2026 at AIRC, Cranfield University.

The site lists focus topics such as aircraft, people, next generation, drones, unmanned taxis, technology and cyber security. Recent articles include one on aircraft parts and private equity costs.

The IFA says it is run by volunteer members. The only paid staff is the secretariat. It is international and has vice presidents for the Americas, Asia and Australasia. It holds forums and workshops in different locations around the world.

The IFA has a Whittle Safety Award and a scholarship programme. The secretariat is at 13 Trent Road, Brickhill, Bedford, MK41 7EF. The phone number is +44 (0)774 677 3170. The site also has a contact form and links to LinkedIn, X, YouTube and Instagram.