Army Expands Training with New XR Classroom

Mass Virtual, Inc. has expanded its support of the U.S. Army by deploying an XR-equipped classroom at Fort Bliss. Built on the MassXR platform, the classroom provides repeatable training for technicians operating and maintaining sensors and surveillance systems aboard aircraft. The effort is being conducted in collaboration with Project Director Sensors–Aerial Intelligence (PD SAI) under the Army’s VAST program.

This initiative follows a prior proof-of-concept conducted with Leidos and aims to enhance military training through collaboration. The Virtual Aerial Systems Trainer (VAST) includes an interactive aircraft model, a virtual flight line reflecting the real environment, and immersive emergency scenarios. These tools are designed to improve proficiency, accelerate learning, and prepare soldiers for multi-domain operations.

Mass Virtual has also developed virtual modules covering preflight operations, advanced maintenance, and electronic intelligence tasks. These modules were deployed quickly, with initial training beginning just hours after approval.

“This classroom gives soldiers an environment to learn, practice, and perfect their skills—so they can execute with confidence when it matters most,” said U.S. Army CSM (Ret.) Billy Webb, Senior Director of Business Development at Mass Virtual.

Shortly after deployment, crew members from the 204th Military Intelligence Battalion began training with the modules, offering early feedback that is guiding updates.

“The soldiers love the capability and they're already incorporating the VAST into their training program and thinking of new ways to use it,” said Sam Benfer, Training Manager, PD SAI.

The XR classroom is part of the Army’s modernization strategy, supporting scalable, immersive training that adapts to evolving mission requirements.