Skydio X10
The Skydio X10 is a compact, high-performance drone featuring advanced AI-driven autonomy for complex missions in GPS-denied environments. Equipped with six 32MP navigation cameras, a 50MP wide-angle camera, 64MP narrow-angle camera, and Teledyne FLIR Boson+ 640x512 thermal sensor, it delivers 4K/60fps video, radiometric thermal imaging, and 360-degree obstacle avoidance. Powered by NVIDIA Jetson Orin and Qualcomm QRB5165 processors, it achieves 45 mph speeds, 40-minute flights, and IP55 protection. Folding design under 4.7 lbs enables rapid deployment under 40 seconds. NightSense enables zero-light navigation, while modular payloads support RTK surveying, spotlight, and speaker attachments. Ideal for public safety, inspections, and defense with 5G unlimited range and AES-256 encryption.
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Dimensions
79.0 x 65.0 x 14.5 cm (Unfolded with propellers); 35.0 x 16.5 x 11.9 cm (Folded)
Weight
2.11 kg (Connect SL); 2.49 kg (Max Takeoff Weight)
Speed
20 m/s (45 mph)
Runtime
40 minutes (Max flight time); 35 minutes (Max hover time)
Charging Time
90 minutes (via Skydio Dual Charger)
Battery Pack
8419 mAh, 156.17 Wh (Lithium-ion Polymer)
Wi-Fi (2.4/5 GHz), 5G cellular, Bluetooth
App touchscreen, voice commands, controller joystick
Battery Life
300+ charge cycles (Official Skydio flight battery longevity)
Web browser, Skydio controller
Skydio Cloud for data storage and analysis
Available Countries
USA,UK,EU countries,Australia,Canada
iOS/Android app with map capture, 3D modeling, HDR, bitrate control
Available Colours
Gray
Warranty Info
1 year limited, extendable with service plans
Camera Resolution
50 MP (Wide), 64 MP (Narrow), 48 MP (Telephoto - VT300-Z)
50MP 1" CMOS wide, 64MP 1/1.7" CMOS narrow, 640x512 FLIR Boson+ thermal, six 32MP navigation cameras, LiDAR (modular), RTK GNSS
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RNZAF Base Ohakea Deploys Skydio X10 for Security and Airfield Operations
New Zealand's Royal New Zealand Air Force at Base Ohakea integrates the Skydio X10 into daily security patrols and airfield monitoring, marking a strategic shift toward autonomous aerial oversight in early 2026 trials. This deployment enhances perimeter surveillance across the vast base, enabling rapid threat detection amid rising regional tensions. Personnel report quicker response times to intrusions, with the quadcopter's folding design allowing one-operator launches from mobile units. Such adoption demonstrates how military bases worldwide now rely on AI-driven drones to safeguard critical infrastructure without constant human presence.
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Q1. What is Skydio X10, and what problem is it designed to solve?
Skydio X10 is a small unmanned aircraft system (sUAS) developed by Skydio for enterprise and public safety applications. According to the manufacturer, it addresses challenges in autonomous data capture, obstacle avoidance, and operations in GPS-denied or low-light environments.
Q2. What are the main capabilities and key features of Skydio X10?
Key capabilities include Skydio Autonomy for 360-degree obstacle avoidance, NightSense for zero-light flight, thermal imaging via Teledyne FLIR Boson+ sensor, and onboard 2D/3D mapping. It supports IP55 ingress protection and 5G connectivity for extended range.
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