119th Congress Nominee record
John DeLeeuw
Latest nomination National Transportation Safety Board
- Nomination records
- 2 nomination records
- Cited sources
- 2 cited sources
- Nomination snapshot
At a glance
NTSB’s biography records John DeLeeuw’s oath as a board member on March 16, 2026. His background includes airline safety management, commercial flying and Air Force aviation. The agency describes experience with accident investigations and safety-assurance programs before his government appointment.
Summary sources: [1]
Nomination outcomes below are from the Oct 14, 2026 snapshot. Congress.gov may show subsequent actions.
Career and documented accomplishments
- DeLeeuw previously served as American Airlines managing director of safety and efficiency and flew as a Boeing 787 captain. Earlier Air Force work included C-130 instructor and evaluator duties. [1]
- NTSB reports a University of Arizona business bachelor’s degree and University of Arkansas master’s degree in operations management. USC aviation safety studies are described as additional graduate study, not an awarded degree. [1]
Role and nomination context
- The NTSB’s board normally has five presidentially nominated, Senate-confirmed members. Chairman and vice-chairman designations are separate from ordinary membership; a member’s aviation background does not limit the agency to airline-only investigations. [2]
Nomination history
PN730-19: Member of the National Transportation Safety Board for the remainder of the term expiring December 31, 2026
Confirmed- Recorded name
- John DeLeeuw
- Organization
- National Transportation Safety Board
- Listed state
- Texas
- Received
- Latest action
- Recorded vote
- 50–45
Latest recorded action
Confirmed by the Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 50 - 45. Record Vote Number: 41.
PN518-1: Member of the National Transportation Safety Board for the remainder of the term expiring December 31, 2026
Returned- Recorded name
- John DeLeeuw
- Organization
- National Transportation Safety Board
- Listed state
- Texas
- Received
- Latest action
Latest recorded action
Returned to the President under the provisions of Senate Rule XXXI, paragraph 6 of the Standing Rules of the Senate.
What the sources establish
- The March 16 date is his oath, not a substituted Senate confirmation date.
- Flight-hour totals and promotional outcome claims are omitted.
Sources and review date
Career and role sources reviewed . These sources may describe developments beyond the nomination snapshot; each nomination entry retains its recorded date and outcome.
- NTSB board member John DeLeeuw: official biography
National Transportation Safety Board. Reviewed .
- NTSB board structure and members
National Transportation Safety Board. Reviewed .
Understanding these records
PN means presidential nomination. Each numbered record tracks a proposal sent to the Senate.
A Senate confirmation approves a nomination; it is not proof of current tenure or an appointment taking effect. These entries show received dates and the latest recorded action, rather than a complete legislative action timeline.
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