Skydio X2D
The Skydio X2D is an advanced autonomous reconnaissance drone designed for defense, inspection, and security applications. It features six 4K60P HDR color navigation cameras with 16x digital zoom and 360° Superzoom technology, plus a FLIR Boson 320 thermal imager with 8x zoom mounted on a gimbal with 180° vertical view. The drone offers superior obstacle avoidance with omnidirectional vision, real-time 3D mapping, and AI-powered autonomous flight capabilities. It supports day and night operations, has a flight time of up to 35 minutes, and can operate in temperatures from -10°C to 43°C. The X2D is controlled via a rugged enterprise controller with a 6.8” touchscreen, precision joysticks, and a wireless range up to 10 km. It is built for complex missions requiring high autonomy and situational awareness.
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Dimensions
38 cm (length) x 30 cm (width) x 10 cm (height)
Weight
1.3 kg (2.87 lbs)
Speed
Maximum 31 mph (14 m/s) forward speed, ascent 22 mph (10 m/s), descent 9 mph (4 m/s)
Runtime
Up to 35 minutes per charge
Charging Time
1.5 hours to full charge
Battery Pack
4280 mAh, 59.4 Wh
Connectivity
2.4 GHz and 1.8 GHz radio frequencies, Wi-Fi, USB-C 3.1, HDMI-out support
User Interface
Touchscreen controller interface, physical joysticks, voice commands not supported
Battery Life
2-3 years typical battery lifespan
Compatible Devices
Skydio Enterprise Controller, USB-C compatible devices, no direct Alexa or Google Home integration
Sensors
Six 4K60P HDR color navigation cameras, FLIR Boson 320 thermal imager, GPS, barometer, compass, gyroscope, accelerometer
Cloud Integration
Skydio Cloud for data storage, mission logs, and analytics
Available Countries
United States Canada United Kingdom Australia European Union and select allied countries References: [1][2][3][4][5][6][9][10]
App Integration
iOS and Android apps with mission planning, live video feed, and data management
Available Colours
Matte black with tactical gray accents
Warranty Info
1-year limited warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship
Camera Resolution
4K UHD
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Q1. What are Skydio X2D's primary capabilities?
Skydio X2D offers advanced autonomous flight with 360° obstacle avoidance, 4K60P HDR color and FLIR thermal imaging, real-time 3D mapping, and long-range wireless control up to 10 km. It supports day/night operations and tactical defense missions.
Q2. How to operate Skydio X2D?
Operate using the Skydio Enterprise Controller with a 6.8” touchscreen and joysticks. The controller provides intuitive flight commands, mission planning, and real-time video feed, enabling autonomous or manual control.
Q3. What is the maximum carrying capacity of Skydio X2D?
The drone can carry custom payloads up to approximately 150 grams, allowing modular sensor attachments or small equipment.
Q4. How long can Skydio X2D operate on a single charge?
It has a maximum flight endurance of up to 35 minutes per battery charge under optimal conditions.
Q5. What safety features does Skydio X2D have?
Safety features include 360° autonomous obstacle avoidance, GPS-based altitude limits, encrypted data links (AES-256), and operational limits for wind resistance and temperature.
Q6. How to maintain Skydio X2D?
Regularly clean sensors and cameras, inspect propellers and airframe for damage, update firmware, and store batteries properly. Follow manufacturer guidelines for battery charging and storage.
Q7. What surfaces can Skydio X2D navigate?
As an aerial drone, it navigates open airspace but can operate safely near complex structures like bridges and infrastructure using 3D mapping and obstacle avoidance.
Q8. How does Skydio X2D handle obstacles?
It uses six 4K navigation cameras and AI-powered autonomy to detect and avoid obstacles in all directions with real-time 3D mapping and motion planning.
Q9. What is Skydio X2D's maximum speed?
The maximum forward flight speed is approximately 31 mph (50 km/h), with ascent speeds up to 22 mph and descent speeds around 9 mph.
Q10. What are common use cases for Skydio X2D?
Typical applications include tactical defense, asset inspection, base security, infrastructure mapping, search and rescue, and night operations.
Q11. How to reset Skydio X2D?
Perform a system reset via the controller’s settings menu or power cycle the drone by turning it off and on. For firmware resets, use the Skydio app or support tools.
Q12. How to control Skydio X2D?
Control is via the Skydio Enterprise Controller with joysticks and touchscreen, supporting autonomous flight modes and manual override.
Q13. How to connect Skydio X2D to Wi-Fi?
Connect through the controller’s interface by selecting available Wi-Fi networks and entering credentials; Wi-Fi is used primarily for software updates and data transfer.
Q14. What is Skydio X2D's warranty?
Typically, Skydio offers a limited warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship for one year; exact terms depend on purchase agreements.
Q15. How to update Skydio X2D's software?
Update software via the Skydio Enterprise Controller or connected app by downloading the latest firmware over Wi-Fi or USB-C, following on-screen instructions to install.
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