We’re proud to announce that the Skydio X10D was selected as a winner at the Blue UAS Refresh and will maintain its position on the Department of Defense's Blue UAS Cleared List, marking one of the longest tenures among drone manufacturers to achieve this elite status. Skydio’s X10D platform has now qualified for the second consecutive year, building on the legacy of our earlier X2D system.
The Blue UAS Cleared List, overseen by the DoD's Defense Innovation Unit (DIU), represents the pinnacle of security and performance standards set to meet the diverse needs of DoD users and unlocks Global Authority to Operate (ATO) for approved use anywhere in the world.
At its core, X10D is engineered to unlock human-machine teaming with a versatile platform capable of handling multiple military functions through a combination of modular payload support, AI-driven autonomous navigation, and sector-leading cybersecurity. This dual-use design allows defense personnel to respond to emerging threats without requiring extensive specialized teams – a crucial advantage in today's dynamic national security landscape.
This qualification reinforces X10D’s position as a key asset for defense operations, offering the adaptability and security features necessary for modern military missions. Furthermore, it reflects the U.S. government's confidence in Skydio's technology and validates our ongoing commitment to delivering secure, advanced drone capabilities to the Department of Defense and federal agencies.
For more details on selection criteria and X10D’s strategic advantages, read the recap of the DIU’s Blue UAS Refresh Demonstration at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center 29 Palms. To explore X10D's capabilities and defense applications, visit skydio.com/x10d.
