How AI & AR Are Transforming Firefighter Training

What if firefighter training could be faster, smarter, and powered by AI? In this episode of Keeping IT Brief , we explore how artificial intelligence (AI) and augmented reality (AR) are transforming training in the public sector—starting with the U.S. Air Force. This award-winning collaboration between the Air Force Civil Engineer Center (AFCEC) and APV is redefining how firefighters train, certify, and prepare for real-world emergencies. We’re joined by three leaders behind this innovation: Alton Robinson (AFCEC), Manuel Miranda (APV), and Angela Leavell (APV). Together, they break down how traditional firefighter training challenges led to the development of an immersive, tech-driven solution—and what it means for mission readiness, workforce training, and the future of defense technology . We also dive into how AI-powered training platforms , immersive learning , and AR simulations are improving engagement, speeding up certification, and delivering measurable results across the federal landscape. If you're a millennial professional interested in tech, innovation, or future-forward careers, this episode shows how emerging technology is making real impact—right now. Keeping IT Brief with Mary Ann Brown features quick, insightful conversations with government and industry leaders on federal IT, cybersecurity, AI, and emerging technologies shaping the future of government operations. Don’t miss an episode—follow the show on your favorite podcast app. Explore all episodes and learn more:

You can listen to How AI & AR Are Transforming Firefighter Training online on Radio and Podcast. Open the player on this page to stream the available audio.

How AI & AR Are Transforming Firefighter Training is an episode from Keeping IT Brief by Mary Ann Brown & Tracey Aubey.

This episode is 10:39 long.

This episode was published on Apr 21, 2026.

Yes. Use the heart button on the episode page to add it to your favorite episodes list.

Yes. This page shows related episodes from Keeping IT Brief when more episodes are available from the podcast feed.