In 1996, Gökçen was the only woman on USAF's "20 Greatest Aviators" poster.
1996 was a year of enduring acclaim for Sabiha Gökçen as she was selected by the United States Air Force as the only female pilot for the "20 Greatest Aviators in History" poster. This recognition, within such a selective listing, not only emphasized her historical significance and sustained influence in aviation but also served as a testament to her international impact as a pioneering woman in military combat roles. It reiterated her status amongst aviation's most prominent figures and continued to inspire across generations.