Skydio Timeline

Events

2026-08-03 - Capability - Skydio connects DFR Command with CentralSquare CAD workflows - Incident location and call information automatically populate the pilot workflow, allowing the pilot to review the incident and initiate a drone response. Live Skydio video and telemetry are embedded within the CAD incident, while flight activity is… - source: businesswire.com
2026-07-23 - Regulatory - Skydio X10, Dock for X10 and R10 join Blue UAS Cleared List - The additions broaden Skydio's cleared public-sector lineup beyond the X10D. Blue UAS status supports federal procurement by addressing cybersecurity, supply-chain and NDAA requirements. Skydio describes Dock for X10 as the first Blue UAS-cleared… - source: prnewswire.com
2026-07-16 - Partnership - EVERYWHERE links satellite SOS alerts to Skydio drone dispatch - Garmin inReach SOS alerts can pass through the Iridium satellite network into EVERYWHERE workflows beyond cellular coverage. The integration dispatches a Skydio drone to the incident coordinates and provides live video and location intelligence. Supervisors… - source: skydio.com
2026-07-06 - Production Milestone - Skydio passes 1,000 deployed Docks and four million flights - Deployments span public safety, critical infrastructure and defence programmes. Dock supports remote and multi-drone operations with X10 aircraft. The figures are company-reported installed-base and flight milestones, not customer orders. - source: skydio.com
2026-06-10 - Deployment - Vancouver Police launches dock-based Skydio DFR programme - Multiple Docks positioned across Vancouver house X10 drones controlled from a remote operations centre through DFR Command. The programme supports routine public-safety response beyond its planned use around 2026 World Cup events. - source: skydio.com
2026-05-14 - Contract Award - U.S. Air Force expands Skydio X10D EOD program - Skydio announced a follow-on multi-million-dollar contract expansion with the U.S. Air Force for X10D systems. The award further equips Explosive Ordnance Disposal units and more than doubles the scope of the initial USAF order announced in November 2025.… - source: skydio.com
2026-05-01 - Research Publication - Skydio publishes X10 RTK photogrammetry accuracy whitepaper - Skydio published a whitepaper analyzing positional accuracy from RTK-enabled Skydio X10 photogrammetry workflows. The study covers four mapping sites from roughly 2 to 80 acres and compares photogrammetric outputs against ground-control and checkpoint… - source: skydio.com
2026-04-24 - Market Signal - Skydio commits $3.5 billion to expand U.S. manufacturing, R&D, and domestic supply chain - Skydio announced a plan to invest $3.5 billion in the United States over five years. The commitment includes expansion of domestic manufacturing, acceleration of R&D, and development of U.S.-based supply chains. The company plans to open a new manufacturing… - source: skydio.com
2026-04-23 - Funding - Skydio raises $110 million Series F at a $4.4 billion valuation - Skydio announced a $110 million Series F round at a $4.4 billion valuation. The company said it intentionally limited the round size despite strong investor demand, citing declining capital requirements. Skydio framed the raise around scaling deployment of… - source: skydio.com
2026-04-09 - Research Publication - AgiPIX: Bridging Simulation and Reality in Indoor Aerial Inspection - Autonomous indoor flight for critical asset inspection presents fundamental challenges in perception, planning, control, and learning. Experiments use Skydio X10 as the physical evaluation platform. The evaluation connects the reported method to Skydio X10… - source: arxiv.org
2026-04-08 - Commercial Order - U.S. Air Forces Central places $9M+ order for Skydio Dock and X10 systems for Middle East airbase security - Skydio announced an order exceeding $9 million from U.S. Air Forces Central for Skydio Dock and X10 systems to support security operations at U.S. airbases across the Middle East. The deployed setup uses docked X10 drones for fully remote launch, patrol… - source: prnewswire.com
2026-03-26 - Regulatory - FAA expands multi-drone operations approvals for Skydio-supported public safety agencies - Skydio said the FAA created a streamlined process for public safety organizations to obtain multi-drone operations waivers. The announcement followed prior approvals for Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department and New York Power Authority. Skydio said 12… - source: skydio.com
2026-03-24 - Product Launch - Skydio introduces Dropper attachment for X10 drone - • Skydio launched the Dropper attachment for its X10 drone, which releases small payloads like flotation devices. • The Dropper works exclusively with the Restube Automatic Inflatable Floating Buoy. • It is incompatible with other X10 attachments and should… - source: support.skydio.com
2026-03-22 - Commercial Order - U.S. Army places $52M-plus order for more than 2500 Skydio X10D drones - The U.S. Army placed an order exceeding $52 million for more than 2500 X10D drones, which Skydio described as the largest single-vendor tactical small-UAS order in Army history. The order is specifically tied to the X10D defense platform and moved from bid… - source: skydio.com
2026-02-26 - Capability - Skydio DFR Command surpasses 10 million calls for service coverage through integrated CAD workflows - Skydio said DFR Command surpassed coverage for more than 10 million calls for service. The system embeds CAD incidents directly into Flight Deck. The integration allows drones to receive incident context and launch faster for Drone as First Responder… - source: skydio.com
2026-01-26 - Contract Award - Skydio selected for Missile Defense Agency SHIELD contract vehicle for X10D autonomous systems - Skydio was selected for the Missile Defense Agency's SHIELD contract vehicle, a multi-vendor IDIQ framework with a ceiling value of up to $151 billion. The selection gives Skydio a route to deliver X10D autonomous systems for national security missions… - source: skydio.com
2026-01-20 - Research Publication - Agentic AI Meets Edge Computing in Autonomous UAV Swarms - The integration of agentic AI, powered by large language models (LLMs) with autonomous reasoning, planning, and execution, into unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) swarms opens new operational possibilities and brings the vision of the Internet… Experiments use… - source: arxiv.org
2026-01-16 - Product Launch - Skydio introduces Parachute System for X10 to support operations over people - Skydio introduced a parachute system attachment for Skydio X10. The company said the system demonstrated compliance with Part 107 Subpart D for Category 2 and Category 3 operations over people. The attachment supports operations over people and moving… - source: skydio.com
2025-12-16 - Capability - Skydio adds onboard modeling to 3D Scan workflows - Skydio announced onboard modeling for 3D Scan workflows. The update allows operators to generate models directly during capture workflows. The capability supports inspection, mapping, and documentation missions. - source: skydio.com
2025-12-11 - Deployment - Skydio drones deployed in over 1,000 U.S. public safety agencies - • Skydio drones have been deployed in more than 1,000 public safety agencies across the United States. • These agencies range from major departments like the New York Police Department and the San Francisco Police Department to small rural or... • The… - source: dronelife.com
2025-11-13 - Contract Award - U.S. Air Force awards Skydio initial multi-million dollar contracts for TACP and EOD units - Skydio and ADS announced two initial multi-million dollar contract awards with the U.S. Air Force. The awards expand deployment of Skydio systems across Air Combat Command Tactical Air Control Party and Explosive Ordnance Disposal units. Skydio said… - source: skydio.com
2025-09-17 - Product Launch - Skydio introduces expanded flying robot family including R10 indoor drone - Skydio introduced an expanded family of flying robots for public safety, defense, and critical industries. The announcement included Skydio R10 as an indoor drone designed for public-safety operators. Skydio positioned the expanded portfolio around… - source: skydio.com
2025-09-09 - Partnership - Sunbelt Rentals becomes first global equipment rental provider for Skydio X10 drones - Skydio announced Sunbelt Rentals as the first global equipment rental provider for Skydio X10 drones. Sunbelt Rentals planned to begin rolling out Skydio X10 drone rentals on September 15, 2025. The partnership expands access to Skydio drones through the… - source: skydio.com
2025-09-03 - Product Launch - Skydio Dock for X10 becomes generally available in Japan with KDDI and NTT DOCOMO - Skydio announced general availability of Dock for X10 in Japan with KDDI and NTT DOCOMO. The rollout supports dock-based autonomous operations across utilities, telecom, construction, and disaster response. The announcement extended Skydio's… - source: skydio.com
2025-07-31 - Partnership - Picogrid partners with Skydio for multi-drone mission integration - Picogrid partnered with Skydio to integrate autonomous drones into Legion. The partnership supports multi-drone operations and critical-mission workflows. The integration extends Picogrid's partner ecosystem with a major U.S. autonomous drone supplier. - source: picogrid.com
2025-05-05 - Commercial Order - Skydio delivers first systems for U.S. Army SRR Tranche 2 program - Skydio fulfilled the first order under the U.S. Army Short Range Reconnaissance Tranche 2 program. The delivery equipped a Transforming in Contact unit preparing for deployment with hundreds of X10D aircraft systems. Skydio said X10D was the only system… - source: skydio.com
2025-03-04 - Capability - Skydio opens X10D platform for custom attachments through interface control documentation - Skydio released interface control documentation for custom attachments on X10D. The update supports third-party payload and attachment development for defense and government users. The company positioned the move around modularity and open-platform… - source: skydio.com
2025-02-24 - Commercial Order - Spain's Ministry of Defence selects Skydio X10D drones in tender worth up to EUR 18 million - Skydio said Spain's Ministry of Defence selected Skydio X10D autonomous drones for the Spanish Armed Forces. The contract is worth up to EUR 18 million. Skydio will supply the drones in partnership with Paukner Group. - source: skydio.com
2024-12-11 - Partnership - Skydio and LIG Nex1 sign MOU on autonomous drone capabilities in the Indo-Pacific - Skydio and LIG Nex1 signed a memorandum of understanding. The collaboration is focused on enhancing autonomous drone capabilities for defense users in the Indo-Pacific. The agreement supports Skydio's international defense strategy and LIG Nex1's regional… - source: skydio.com
2024-11-15 - Funding - Skydio extends Series E by over $170M at about $2.2B - The extension added more than $170 million to the $230 million Series E, taking the full round above $400 million without treating the cumulative total as a new round. Linse Capital said the extension priced at the same valuation as the prior Series E… - source: skydio.com
2024-09-25 - Product Launch - Skydio launches Dock for X10 for scalable remote and autonomous drone operations - Skydio introduced Dock for X10 as a remote deployment system that lets X10 launch, land, recharge, and operate from a protected field enclosure without a pilot on site. The system is positioned for recurring inspection, monitoring, and data-capture… - source: skydio.com
2024-09-23 - Regulatory - NYPD receives FAA approval for Drone as First Responder operations without visual observers - Skydio said the FAA issued approval allowing NYPD to conduct Drone as First Responder operations without visual observers. The approval enables BVLOS drone operations across much of New York City. The announcement positioned NYPD as a leader in scalable… - source: skydio.com
2023-09-20 - Product Launch - Skydio launches X10 autonomous drone for critical industry, public safety, and defense use - Skydio introduced X10 as a mid-size quadcopter built around AI-powered autonomy for first responders, infrastructure operators, and U.S. and allied military users. The launch centered on a smaller and easier-to-use aircraft with higher-resolution visible and… - source: skydio.com
2023-08-10 - Org Change - Skydio sunsets consumer drone offerings to focus on enterprise and public-sector markets - Skydio said it would no longer offer Skydio 2+ Starter, Sports, Cinema, or Pro Kits. The company said it would continue support, warranties, repairs, and accessories for existing consumer customers. Commercial enterprises and public-sector organizations… - source: skydio.com
2023-06-06 - Regulatory - Skydio secures nationwide BVLOS approval for remote drone operations in Japan - Skydio announced nationwide BVLOS approval for remote drone operations in Japan. The approval supports remote operations using Skydio systems in the Japanese market. The announcement extended Skydio's regulatory position for autonomous drone operations… - source: skydio.com
2023-04-17 - Regulatory - FAA grants remote BVLOS approvals for Dominion Energy and New York Power Authority using Skydio Dock - Skydio said the FAA granted waivers enabling fully remote BVLOS operations using Skydio Dock and Remote Ops. Dominion Energy received approval for dock-based inspections of power generation facilities across six states. New York Power Authority received… - source: skydio.com
2023-02-27 - Funding - $230M Series E values Skydio above $2.2B - Linse Capital led the $230 million Series E. The financing valued Skydio above $2.2 billion. Cumulative funding reached $562 million after the round. - source: skydio.com
2022-12-07 - Product Launch - Skydio launches Dock, Dock Lite, and Remote Ops for autonomous remote drone operations - Skydio launched Skydio Dock, Skydio Dock Lite, and Remote Ops software. The systems enable cloud-connected remote and autonomous drone operations for inspection, monitoring, mapping, and situational awareness. Early access customers and partners included… - source: skydio.com
2022-09-19 - Regulatory - Skydio announces SOC 2 Type II certification - Skydio announced issuance of its SOC 2 Type II report. The certification covered internal controls for customer data security and privacy. Geels Norton conducted the audit. - source: skydio.com
2022-09-15 - Partnership - Skydio integrates drones with Axon Air, Axon Evidence, and Axon Respond - Skydio announced integrations with Axon Air, Axon Evidence, and Axon Respond. The integrations allow Skydio customers to manage drone programs, flight logs, live video, and evidence within Axon systems. The announcement also said Skydio customers could… - source: skydio.com
2022-07-06 - Regulatory - Dominion Energy receives FAA BVLOS approval for Skydio drone inspections across power facilities - Dominion Energy and Skydio announced FAA approval for BVLOS drone inspections of power generation facilities. The approval covered power generation facilities in seven states. Skydio supported the waiver for inspection workflows using autonomous drones near… - source: skydio.com
2022-05-17 - Contract Award - UK Ministry of Defence awards Skydio and MCL GBP 3 million Spiral 4 drone contract - Skydio and MCL were awarded a GBP 3 million contract under the UK Ministry of Defence Spiral 4 program. The contract covers Skydio X2D drones with AI and 3D Scan capabilities. The systems support reconnaissance, security patrol, and incident response missions. - source: skydio.com
2021-03-01 - Funding - Skydio raises $170 million Series D led by Andreessen Horowitz Growth Fund - Skydio announced $170 million in Series D funding led by Andreessen Horowitz Growth Fund. Existing investors Linse Capital, Next47, and IVP participated alongside new investor UP.Partners. The company said the round brought total funding to more than $340… - source: skydio.com
2020-11-16 - Market Signal - Skydio enters Japan enterprise market through DOCOMO drone management solution - NTT DOCOMO selected Skydio as the drone provider for its docomo sky drone management solution. The announcement supported Skydio's entry into Japan's enterprise drone market. NTT DOCOMO had previously invested in Skydio through the company's Series C round. - source: skydio.com
2020-10-05 - Regulatory - NCDOT secures BVLOS bridge-inspection waiver using Skydio 2 - Skydio and the North Carolina Department of Transportation worked with the FAA to secure a BVLOS waiver for bridge inspections. The waiver permits BVLOS drone operations without the three traditional features required by earlier BVLOS waivers. The program… - source: skydio.com
2020-08-19 - Regulatory - FAA opens Tactical BVLOS pathway developed with Skydio and Chula Vista Police Department - Skydio said the FAA announced a Tactical BVLOS pathway for public safety agencies. The pathway was based on work Skydio pioneered with the Chula Vista Police Department. The approval allows qualified public safety agencies to fly drones beyond visual line of… - source: skydio.com
2020-07-13 - Product Launch - Skydio announces X2 drone family for enterprise and government customers - Skydio announced the X2 drone family for enterprise and government customers. The company also announced new enterprise software capabilities for Skydio 2 and X2. The launch marked Skydio's expansion beyond consumer drones into enterprise, public-sector, and… - source: skydio.com
2020-07-13 - Funding - Skydio raises $100 million Series C led by Next47 - Skydio announced $100 million in Series C funding led by Next47. Levitate Capital, NTT DOCOMO Ventures, Andreessen Horowitz, IVP, and Playground participated in the round. The company said the financing brought total funding to $170 million. - source: skydio.com

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