Russia has introduced the Nebo-22 (Sky-22) virtual-reality training range into the UAV operator curriculum used by military units and specialized research centers. The system, developed by the GASKAR Group, is designed for crews working with quadcopters and other unmanned platforms, the company said in a statement.
According to GASKAR, the platform creates a synthetic environment that replicates terrain and weather conditions typical for combat and test operations. Training scenarios include sandstorms, fog, precipitation, and night flights in mountainous areas. Operators can select a virtual control console and interface mode, allowing them to practice flight skills in conditions that closely resemble real-world missions.
The Nebo-22 suite includes modules that emulate optical and infrared cameras, lidars, radars, and navigation systems. The digital environment is used not only to train operators but also to validate autonomous-flight algorithms. Developers use the range to identify machine-vision errors and refine UAV behavior without risking hardware damage.
The curriculum combines classroom instruction with applied simulator exercises. A dedicated set of scenarios focuses on detecting airborne targets, guiding intercept drones, and engaging hostile UAVs. This training format is in demand among units responsible for protecting critical infrastructure. The system is also used to test swarm-control models and targeting logic for strike UAVs operating in complex environments.
GASKAR reports that serial batches of Nebo-22 are being delivered to Russian Ministry of Defense training centers. The platform is incorporated into operator-qualification programs, standardizing skill requirements and evaluation procedures.
Faina Filina, GASKAR’s Director of External Communications, noted that the VR range enables operators to train for challenging missions in a controlled yet highly realistic environment. She described Nebo-22 as a modern tool for developing skilled UAV specialists across Russia.
GASKAR continues to expand its unmanned-systems portfolio, which includes UAV platforms, components, droneport infrastructure, and digital training solutions. Nebo-22 is part of an integrated product line aimed at improving operator proficiency in the unmanned aviation sector.
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