Rejuvenating Aviation
Growing the pilot population by making "one of
humanity's greatest achievements" more accessible.

In an inspirational, motivational, and humorous delivery, Ravi tells his story about climbing to the top of the music industry and how it mirrors his journey in learning to fly. Throughout his entertaining presentation, the founding member of the Flying Musicians Association dissects issues including changing the image of General and Commercial Aviation, attracting a new generation of pilots, improving the flight training experience, making the dream of flight more accessible, getting the word out to your community, and more. This presentation inspires and empowers the industry to help grow the aviation community, from flight school managers and instructors to pilot associations to aeronautical university students. It's about making "one of humanity's greatest achievements" more accessible, and in doing so, helping the industry not just revive and survive, but thrive!

"If you are a flight school manager or instructor, you won't want to miss it!"
– AOPA Flight Training Magazine

Say Again?
A Musician's Insight into Pilot Hearing Loss

Ravi has performed on stages at volumes that rival those of a jet engine. Yet, throughout his experience as a musician and pilot, he has encountered more hearing impaired pilots than rock and roll guitarists! In this educational yet entertaining session, Ravi explains the differences and similarities of his two passions, the important role that hearing plays, and what measures he takes to preserve this sense vital to both activities. Using real life and sometimes comical examples, he exposes the troubling research on pilot hearing loss as well as the state-of-the-art technology available to prevent it. Ravi also offers simple measures one can take everyday in order to preserve safety in the cockpit and overall quality of life as it relates to hearing, as well as offer a hands-on demo of the latest equipment and technology.

"Aviation has a real friend in 'The Raviator'"
– Sun 'n Fun

"He educated, he entertained, he inspired!" – Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

"Ravi presented at our affiliate seminars in 2011 with great feedback from the attendees and a positive attitude that shone through his session." – Cessna Aircraft Company

“Ravi presented at the annual NAFI Members’ Breakfast at AirVenture 2011 and balanced humor and thought provoking comments to connect with this group of seasoned aviation professionals.”
– NAFI (National Association of Flight Instructors)

“An inspiring, energetic and passionate champion for General Aviation. He really understands the issues facing GA and provides a fresh perspective on the solutions.”
– Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

"Ravi's enthusiasm for General Aviation and pilot training is refreshing and very helpful to the industry." – Gleim Publications

"Ravi's youthful outlook and keen sense of marketing was an eye-opener for those in attendance. The flight schools left with valuable nuggets of marketing strategy and inspiration."
– ATAC (Air Transport Association of Canada)