Joseph Hargrave, a Training Instructor at the 19th Air Force Maintenance Training Center (MTC), discusses the groundbreaking integration of Virtual Reality (VR) and Extended Reality (XR) technologies into maintenance training. In this interview, Mr. Hargrave outlines the vital importance of adopting VR/XR, highlighting how these technologies revolutionize trainee experiences by offering immersive training scenarios. Inspired by the need for more effective and efficient training methods, the MTC's focus on VR/XR is set to elevate overall mission readiness, ensuring that maintainers are better prepared to handle the complexities of modern aircraft maintenance. Through this initiative, the 19th MTC demonstrates a commitment to innovation and excellence in Air Force training programs. (U.S. Air Force video by Andriy Agashchuk) More