The next evolution of human-machine teaming

Skydio X10D

The sUAS that delivers EW resilience and survivability on the toughest battlefields in the world. Dual-use innovation delivers the best sensors on a drone this size piloted by the most advanced AI in the sky, ready to scale.

45mph

Max flight speed.

<40sec

Deployment time.

IP55

Certified against
dust and water.

Blue UAS

Cleared list.

Resilient and survivable in the face of electronic warfare

Maintain connectivity in the face of GPS and communication jamming – and get your drones back with vision-only return flights

Achieve mission success with the ability to:

Dynamically switch channels with a powerful multiband radio
Increase survivability in GNSS-denied or spoofed environments with Visual Inertial Odometry (VIO) at high altitudes up to several kilometers
Utilize map coordinates for navigation even when GNSS is unavailable

Skydio drones operate in RF contested environments with high altitude VIO feature

Visionary cameras to get the job done.

Packing more megapixels and better optics than any drone its size, Skydio X10D boasts modular, high-resolution visual and radiometric thermal cameras. So you can gain decision-making advantage with precise, accurate information.

The right sensors for your mission

VT300-Z

Narrow camera

46 mm eq.
64 MP
f/1.8
50° field of view

Telephoto camera

190 mm eq.
48 MP
f/2.2
13° field of view

Radiometric thermal camera

60 mm eq.
640 x 512 px
41° field of view
<30 mK sensitivity

VT300-L

Narrow camera

46 mm eq.
64 MP
f/1.8
50° field of view

1" Wide Camera

20 mm eq.
50 MP
f/1.95
93° field of view

Radiometric thermal camera

60 mm eq.
640 x 512 px
41° field of view
<30 mK sensitivity

Flashlight

22 lux at 3 meters

See what’s coming, from a distance

The telephoto camera on the VT300-Z sensor package enables you to detect objects, vehicles, and humans as soon as they enter your field of view — giving you the visual clarity to make to make critical decisions quickly.

Details for your decision-making advantage

Put an entire operational area in focus
for mission coordination.

Taken with the VT300-Z. Narrow camera module
46 mm, f/1.8, 64 MP, 50° field of view

Capture sub-millimeter-level precision
in corrosion inspections.

Taken with the VT300-L. 1” Wide module & onboard light
20 mm, f/1.95, 50 MP, 93° field of view

Observe a person at 1km range to identify
indicators of hostile act/hostile intent.

Taken with the VT300-Z. Telephoto lens
190 mm, f/2.2, 48 MP, 13° field of view

Skydio X10D sensor packages supercharge your sensing capability, enabling you to capture mission-relevant data in high-definition. Because life or death decisions depend on information that is timely, relevant, and accurate.

Category best thermal imaging

The Skydio X10D is the first small UAS ever to integrate a Teledyne FLIR Boson+ sensor, delivering the highest quality thermal imaging. Capable of resolutions of 640x512 and offering increased sensitivity down to <=30mK, X10D delivers more accurate radiometric readings, anywhere, anytime.

Thermal camera Detect Identify Recognize infographic

With thermal module

Unmatched thermal sensitivity

The Boson+ sensor is 40% more sensitive than comparable thermal units on the market

Unparalleled image clarity

640x512 thermal resolution combined with radiometry and advanced AGC enables the clearest thermal images

Sharper, clearer imagery

Onboard image optimization algorithms enhance detail in distant objects and improve overall aesthetic for easier interpretation

Unrivaled clarity in hot or cold, day or night

Detect temperature differences,
even on a hot day.

Detect a person on warm concrete,
in complete darkness.

Bring precise and timely details to every tactical decision

Off-the-shelf components couldn’t deliver the image quality your team deserves. So we engineered our own lenses. Achieve unrivaled resolution and superior focus with lenses you won’t find anywhere else.

Pixel perfect images. Improve white balance, de-noise photos, extend HDR capabilities and more with sensors backed by the powerful Spectra 480 image signal processor.

Highest quality zoom. Maintain superior image quality even in zoomed-in shots through a compact transition zoom system.

Faster exposure times. Get outstanding images in lowlight, with custom wide aperture f/1.8 and f/2.2 lenses that allow 1.7-3.5x more light than competitors.

Onboard AI.
Off-the-charts capability

Reduce cognitive load for faster decision-making. With a drone that recognizes its surroundings, automates data capture, and gets smarter over time.

Always follow the Skydio Guidelines when flying X10D

X10D boasts unrivaled computing power to support team operations and inform the best decisions in real-time. Six custom-designed navigation lenses provide 360-degree visibility, eliminating blind spots so you can fly fearlessly.

more computing
power than previous
generation

more effective
navigation pixels than
previous generation

Fly with ease.

Fly the most complex missions confidently, even in contested environments. With superior AI flight assistance and obstacle avoidance, Skydio X10D reduces operators’ cognitive load and requires a fraction of the training hours demanded by traditional drones.

Automate mission
essential tasks

Use powerful onboard computing to increase the speed and accuracy of mission essential tasks.

Identify points of interest with Crosshair Coordinates.
Follow persons of interest with Subject Tracking.
Provide mobile overwatch with Scout.
Efficiently build 2D maps and 3D models onboard, in real time. No extra systems needed.

Get smarter over time

The only drone equipped with best-in-class onboard processing power, Skydio X10D is loaded with the computing capacity for its AI data capture and synthesis capabilities to grow over time.

Explore Skydio Autonomy

And do it all, in the dark

Visionary autonomous obstacle avoidance for night operations: Mission success could depend on it.

Another industry first: Autonomy in the dark.

Confidently operate 24/7 in NightSense mode for zero-light navigation — only available with the groundbreaking Skydio X10D.

See in the dark. Skydio X10D uses visible or infrared illumination to avoid obstacles, understand its environment, and make the right decisions, every time.

IR Navigation Camera and Illuminator.
Using IR illumination, the X10D averts visibility at night.

Visible Light Nav Cam and Illuminator.
Using visible illumination, the X10D provides bright 360-degree light.

Visible/IR light Module
Using visible illumination, the X10D provides bright 360-degree light.

Watch the video.
Learn more about the innovations behind NightSense.

Explore Skydio Autonomy

Ultimate control becomes second nature

Fly globally however you want.

Fly with a Skydio controller

Plan, execute, and review any mission with the Skydio X10D Controller and Flight Deck, our powerful flight application.

Fly with a 3rd-party controller

Skydio X10D can operate with 3rd-party controllers.

Fly in diverse EM environments with Skydio Connect

The multiband radio on the X10D offers a wide range of flexibility, allowing users to select specific frequencies tailored to local regulatory frameworks and operating environments. With support for multiple frequency bands and dynamic channel switching, Skydio Connect can overcome limitations such as interference, attenuation, or bandwidth constraints that can be present in a single frequency band.

An operator experience forged by thousands of flying hours.

Plan, execute, and review every type of mission on the
redesigned Skydio Flight Deck app.

A pro-grade interface built from the ground up. Spend less time navigating menus to ensure faster operation during critical missions.

Do more with less distraction.

controller user interface showing swappable layouts

Modify the interface to suit your needs. See more and do more, with swappable layouts and customizable telemetry.

controller user interface showing what the drone is seeing

Always see what your drone sees. Maintain visibility of the drone's live preview, even while adjusting settings or receiving notifications.

controller user interface showing thermal images that the drone is sending back

Quickly access key datapoints. Get immediate access to thermal settings, attachment actions, and AR overlays.

controller showing drone following vechicles

See when conditions are changing. Receive notifications to keep track of fluctuating environmental conditions.

Precision at your fingertips.

Upgraded connectivity, customization options, and a rugged design lets you respond to any situation with total control.

Skydio x10D controller with App 3 interface on screen

Customizable controls.
Get one-touch access to frequently used features.

Improved daytime visibility.
With 60% increase in screen brightness.

Ruggedized hardware.
IP54 weatherproofing protects from harsh conditions.

Robust connectivity.
Supports Skydio Connect for low-latency control from anywhere.

Integrated apps.
For better human-machine teaming.

Explore Skydio Apps

An open modular platform

Skydio X10D is an open, modular platform, ready for additional payload options. RAS-A compliance and open MAVLINK protocol enable third party and government owned flight application software, and modular connector ports allow operators to quickly swap attachments in the field.

skydio z1 with dots around showing attachment areas

Top attachment

Left attachment

Bottom attachment

Right attachment

4 attachment areas:
top, bottom, left and right.

Customize for your mission

Start with Skydio attachments

Spotlight
Improve visibility during nighttime operations.

Speaker
Communicate and coordinate in high-risk situations.

Parachute
Designed to meet requirements for safe flying over people.

Coming soon

RTK/PPK GPS

Get exceptional accuracy for precision mapping and data collection.

NightSense Visible/IR light

Conduct autonomous flight in the dark.

Ready for anything, anytime, anywhere

Designed from the ground up to bring the performance of a heavy drone to a rucksack portable device. The X10D folds into the most compact size of any drone with similar sensors, truly enabling distributed and dispersed operations.

skydio z1 drone folded small and compact

Skydio x10d drone folded small and compact

Quiet propulsion. The efficient motors and folding 3-blade design of the Skydio X10D delivers a quiet flight profile while allowing for top speeds of up to 45 mph in stable air.

Lightweight materials. A lightweight and durable magnesium and carbon fiber frame, coupled with an innovative graphite heat-spreading system, ensures the Skydio X10D can withstand harsh environments to deliver vital aerial intelligence, anytime.