DSEI 2025: Autonomous Skydio Dock for X10 expands US police emergency response and infrastructure security
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At DSEI 2025, Skydio showcases its Dock for X10 system, designed to enable large-scale and autonomous drone deployment across both civilian and military environments. The American company, which has focused on autonomy since its creation a decade ago, introduces this solution as a response to the long-standing limitation of requiring one operator per drone. The aim is to allow a single operator to control multiple platforms simultaneously, thereby multiplying surveillance and inspection capabilities.Follow Army Recognition on Google News at this link
These drones can fly independently, avoid obstacles, and track subjects without operator input (Picture source: Army Recognition Group).
At DSEI 2025, Skydio showcases its Dock for X10 system, designed to enable large-scale and autonomous drone deployment across both civilian and military environments. The American company, which has focused on autonomy since its creation a decade ago, introduces this solution as a response to the long-standing limitation of requiring one operator per drone. The aim is to allow a single operator to control multiple platforms simultaneously, thereby multiplying surveillance and inspection capabilities.
At the center of this system is the Skydio X10 and X10D aircraft, equipped with Skydio Autonomy. These drones can fly independently, avoid obstacles, and track subjects without operator input. The Dock for X10 is built to pre-position drones in strategic locations, enabling immediate responses in urban emergencies, continuous inspections of critical infrastructure, and persistent monitoring in military environments.
The Dock itself is engineered to withstand challenging conditions. It operates in temperatures ranging from -20°C to 50°C, manages winds up to 12 m/s (27 mph) during launch and landing, and resists corrosion in humid or saltwater-prone environments. With dimensions of 34.1 by 37.7 by 55.5 inches and a weight of 229 lbs, the Dock includes a protective enclosure to shield and recharge the drone after each mission. The system also provides up to 512 GB of onboard storage for media synchronization and enables launch readiness within 20 seconds.
The X10D drone offers a maximum flight time of 40 minutes and a hover time of 35 minutes. Powered by an NVIDIA Jetson Orin processor, it integrates obstacle avoidance through a 360° protection system and maintains ingress protection level IP55, ensuring resilience against dust and water exposure. Its wireless range extends up to 12 km in rural areas and 1–2 km in urban zones, with virtually unlimited range when cellular connectivity is available. Networking options include Wi-Fi6 and 5G cellular offload, supporting real-time data transmission and broader mission flexibility.
To enhance connectivity, the system employs Skydio Connect technologies and external radios. These provide omnidirectional communication, with operational ranges between 1–12 km depending on terrain, and resilience to winds up to 160 km/h. The radios operate across multiple frequency bands, ensuring compatibility in diverse environments. The Dock also supports multiple backhaul options, including ethernet, 5G, and Starlink, enabling operations in both urban centers and remote locations.
Software integration is a key component of the platform. Remote Ops allows operators to initiate flights from any location using a browser, with drones airborne in under 20 seconds. Mission planning tools allow scheduled and repetitive data collection, while intuitive dashboards provide fleet management, maintenance tracking, and secure video sharing. DFR Command is tailored to public safety agencies, enabling them to establish Drone as First Responder programs and scale their operations.
In real-world use, the Dock for X10 is intended for a wide range of scenarios. Police forces can deploy drones across urban areas to respond to emergencies within seconds, while fire departments can use them for rapid situational awareness during fires or natural disasters. Border agencies gain persistent surveillance capabilities over sensitive terrain, and military bases can integrate the system for autonomous perimeter security and base defense. In the civilian sector, utility companies can rely on docked drones for regular substation and network inspections, construction companies can automate site monitoring, and large venues can employ drones for real-time crowd and safety management. These applications demonstrate how Skydio’s Dock for X10 is designed to transition from concept to daily operational tool across critical sectors.
Written by Matt Delvoye – Defense Analyst, Army Recognition
Matt Delvoye holds degrees in political science from the University of Liège and the University of Brussels, with a specialization in international relations as well as defense and security policy. He works as a defense analyst at Army Recognition, where he covers international defense events and provides daily reporting on military equipment and industry developments.
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At DSEI 2025, Skydio showcases its Dock for X10 system, designed to enable large-scale and autonomous drone deployment across both civilian and military environments. The American company, which has focused on autonomy since its creation a decade ago, introduces this solution as a response to the long-standing limitation of requiring one operator per drone. The aim is to allow a single operator to control multiple platforms simultaneously, thereby multiplying surveillance and inspection capabilities.
Follow Army Recognition on Google News at this link
These drones can fly independently, avoid obstacles, and track subjects without operator input (Picture source: Army Recognition Group).
At DSEI 2025, Skydio showcases its Dock for X10 system, designed to enable large-scale and autonomous drone deployment across both civilian and military environments. The American company, which has focused on autonomy since its creation a decade ago, introduces this solution as a response to the long-standing limitation of requiring one operator per drone. The aim is to allow a single operator to control multiple platforms simultaneously, thereby multiplying surveillance and inspection capabilities.
At the center of this system is the Skydio X10 and X10D aircraft, equipped with Skydio Autonomy. These drones can fly independently, avoid obstacles, and track subjects without operator input. The Dock for X10 is built to pre-position drones in strategic locations, enabling immediate responses in urban emergencies, continuous inspections of critical infrastructure, and persistent monitoring in military environments.
The Dock itself is engineered to withstand challenging conditions. It operates in temperatures ranging from -20°C to 50°C, manages winds up to 12 m/s (27 mph) during launch and landing, and resists corrosion in humid or saltwater-prone environments. With dimensions of 34.1 by 37.7 by 55.5 inches and a weight of 229 lbs, the Dock includes a protective enclosure to shield and recharge the drone after each mission. The system also provides up to 512 GB of onboard storage for media synchronization and enables launch readiness within 20 seconds.
The X10D drone offers a maximum flight time of 40 minutes and a hover time of 35 minutes. Powered by an NVIDIA Jetson Orin processor, it integrates obstacle avoidance through a 360° protection system and maintains ingress protection level IP55, ensuring resilience against dust and water exposure. Its wireless range extends up to 12 km in rural areas and 1–2 km in urban zones, with virtually unlimited range when cellular connectivity is available. Networking options include Wi-Fi6 and 5G cellular offload, supporting real-time data transmission and broader mission flexibility.
To enhance connectivity, the system employs Skydio Connect technologies and external radios. These provide omnidirectional communication, with operational ranges between 1–12 km depending on terrain, and resilience to winds up to 160 km/h. The radios operate across multiple frequency bands, ensuring compatibility in diverse environments. The Dock also supports multiple backhaul options, including ethernet, 5G, and Starlink, enabling operations in both urban centers and remote locations.
Software integration is a key component of the platform. Remote Ops allows operators to initiate flights from any location using a browser, with drones airborne in under 20 seconds. Mission planning tools allow scheduled and repetitive data collection, while intuitive dashboards provide fleet management, maintenance tracking, and secure video sharing. DFR Command is tailored to public safety agencies, enabling them to establish Drone as First Responder programs and scale their operations.
In real-world use, the Dock for X10 is intended for a wide range of scenarios. Police forces can deploy drones across urban areas to respond to emergencies within seconds, while fire departments can use them for rapid situational awareness during fires or natural disasters. Border agencies gain persistent surveillance capabilities over sensitive terrain, and military bases can integrate the system for autonomous perimeter security and base defense. In the civilian sector, utility companies can rely on docked drones for regular substation and network inspections, construction companies can automate site monitoring, and large venues can employ drones for real-time crowd and safety management. These applications demonstrate how Skydio’s Dock for X10 is designed to transition from concept to daily operational tool across critical sectors.
Written by Matt Delvoye – Defense Analyst, Army Recognition
Matt Delvoye holds degrees in political science from the University of Liège and the University of Brussels, with a specialization in international relations as well as defense and security policy. He works as a defense analyst at Army Recognition, where he covers international defense events and provides daily reporting on military equipment and industry developments.
