The contract was secured by Skydio, a U.S.-based company recognized as a global leader in autonomous flight, in partnership with its local Norwegian distributor, Oskar Pedersen AS. Deliveries of the X10D systems to the Norwegian Armed Forces are now underway.
Adam Bry, CEO and co-founder of Skydio, stated that Norway’s proactive adoption of advanced defense technology is being met with a platform designed for modern challenges. He emphasized that the X10D is engineered specifically for Western militaries, integrating onboard artificial intelligence, robust autonomy, and sophisticated sensors to perform effectively in contested environments.
The selection of the Skydio X10D is particularly strategic given Norway’s demanding Arctic and High North operational areas. The drone system is engineered to overcome the specific challenges of this region, featuring certification for cold-weather operations down to -20°C, ensuring functionality across Norway’s varied climates year-round. A key innovation is its advanced autonomous navigation equipped with Skydio NightSense™, which allows for reliable missions during the prolonged darkness of Nordic winters. Furthermore, the platform is designed with resilience against electronic warfare, ensuring sustained control and secure data transmission even in adversarial conditions.
Truls Oskar Pedersen, CEO of the partnering firm, expressed pride in facilitating this enhanced capability for the Norwegian military, predicting the X10D will become a vital operational asset.
With its superior sensor suite and autonomous intelligence, the Skydio X10D is poised to provide the Norwegian Armed Forces with a critical advantage in information gathering and situational awareness, marking a substantial upgrade to its unmanned aerial systems fleet.
