Skydio has clinched a $9.4 million (Nkr101 million) initial contract to deliver its advanced autonomous small uncrewed aerial systems (sUAS) to the Royal Norwegian Ministry of Defence. The agreement marks a significant step in Norway’s modernization of its aerial capabilities, with deliveries of the X10D platform already underway through a partnership with local defense firm Oskar Pedersen.
Built for extreme operational demands, the Skydio X10D is tailored for Norway’s harsh climate—functioning effectively at temperatures down to -20°C. Designed with resilience in mind, the drone maintains stable performance even under electronic warfare conditions, safeguarding both control and data transmission.
Equipped with a Teledyne FLIR Boson+ thermal sensor and Skydio’s proprietary NightSense technology, the X10D offers cutting-edge autonomous navigation—even in the low-light conditions of Nordic winters. Its modular open architecture and robust onboard AI cater specifically to the complex and evolving requirements of modern military operations.
“Norway remains a leader in adopting cutting-edge defense tech,” said Adam Bry, CEO and co-founder of Skydio. “With advanced sensors, autonomy, and mission survivability, the X10D is fast becoming the go-to small UAS for Western military forces.”
Oskar Pedersen CEO, Truls Oskar Pedersen, emphasized the importance of this collaboration: “Delivering the X10D to our armed forces represents a leap forward in operational capability, and we’re proud to work closely with Skydio to support national defense.”
Skydio also recently fulfilled the first shipment of X10D systems for the U.S. Army’s Short Range Reconnaissance (SRR) Tranche 2 initiative—solidifying its position as the exclusive provider for the program.
