Skydio Dock for X10 firmware

Version 46.122.103 Latest Released Sep 10, 2026 First seen Sep 11, 2026

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Release date September 10, 2026

Skydio X10 drone version 46.122.103

Skydio Dock version 46.122.100 (no change)

Skydio External Radio version 46.122.100 (no change)

Note: This is a limited release, available two ways:

Skydio X10 drones manufactured after these fixes entered production ship with this version
As an over-the-air (OTA) update to select customers on earlier drones

All Skydio X10 drones will receive these fixes in a future firmware update.

This release contains two bug fixes and no feature changes. For X10 Drones running this version may have a version number that differs from that of other drones in your fleet.

Fixes

Resolved an issue where Map Capture missions could end unexpectedly shortly after takeoff
Resolved an issue where a brief Camera Failure message could appear when no fault was present

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Version 46.122.100 Released Aug 25, 2026 First seen Sep 3, 2026

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Release date August 25, 2026

Skydio X10 drone version 46.122.100

Skydio External Radio version 46.122.100

Skydio Dock version 46.122.100

Skydio Battery firmware version 2.0.11

This point release introduces automatic Low Light camera mode switching, along with bug fixes and stability improvements.

Battery Firmware Update

This update introduces battery firmware version 2.0.11, which improves battery hibernation behavior during extended storage. The firmware updates automatically when a battery is installed in the vehicle.

Automatic Low Light Camera Mode

Platforms: Controllers/X10, Dock for X10

X10 Drones now automatically toggle on Low Light mode at dusk, based on local sunset time.

Low Light mode is automatically enabled Pre-Flight for any takeoff between civil dusk and civil dawn (sun 6° or more below the horizon).
Recording mode does not change while the drone is flying, so a flight that begins before dusk is not interrupted.
Pilots can still set the camera mode manually at any time from the camera settings.
On any subsequent flight Pre-Flight where the camera is in Low Light mode and takeoff is during the day (civil dawn to civil dusk), the camera switches to Standard mode.

Note: Automatic switching requires a GPS fix. A drone flying without GPS keeps whichever camera mode it already has.

Fixes

Resolved an issue where radar-affected TDWR DFS channels appeared in the selectable channel list even though they were not operable
Resolved an issue where Map Capture blocked Terrain Follow missions when height above launch exceeded 1,500 ft
Improved handling of disconnected vehicles during airspace deconfliction
Improved video streaming reliability during long-range flights with the Fusion+ attachment in poor LTE conditions
Improved obstacle avoidance in scenes when navigation cameras encounter lens flare
Resolved an issue where Pathfinder produced incorrect flight paths or failed in areas with overlapping geofences
Resolved an issue with dock landings in low light conditions by applying the correct sensor package recording mode setting

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Version 46.122.95 Released Aug 18, 2026 First seen Aug 26, 2026

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Release date

August 18, 2026 (FCA)

Skydio X10 drone version 46.122.100

Skydio External Radio version 46.122.100

Skydio Dock version 46.122.100

Skydio Battery firmware version 2.0.11

This point release contains bug fixes and stability improvements. No new features are included.

Battery Firmware Update

This update introduces battery firmware version 2.0.11, which improves battery hibernation behavior during extended storage. The firmware updates automatically when a battery is installed in the vehicle.

Fixes

Resolved an issue where radar-affected TDWR DFS channels appeared in the selectable channel list even though they were not operable
Resolved an issue where Map Capture blocked Terrain Follow missions when height above launch exceeded 1,500 ft
Improved handling of disconnected vehicles during airspace deconfliction
Improved video streaming reliability during long-range flights with the Fusion+ attachment in poor LTE conditions
Improved obstacle avoidance in scenes when navigation cameras encounter lens flare
Resolved an issue where Pathfinder produced incorrect flight paths or failed in areas with overlapping geofences
Resolved an issue with dock landings in low light conditions by applying the correct sensor package recording mode setting

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Version 46.122.40 Released Jul 27, 2026 First seen Jul 31, 2026

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Release date July 29, 2026

Skydio Dock version 46.122.40

This hotfix addresses an improvement to how the Dock software handles increased mechanical resistance in alignment fence-slides after Dock close-up.

Before this fix, with mechanical resistance present the Dock software would prevent the drone from landing safely in the Dock, even when it was still possible to safely land the drone.

The Dock software has been updated to allow for safe drone landing in these cases by permitting a wider tolerance for alignment fence position.

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Version 46.122.39 Released Jul 16, 2026 First seen Jul 19, 2026

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Release date July 16, 2026

Skydio X10 drone version 46.122.39

Skydio External Radio version 46.122.39

Skydio Dock version 46.122.39

Highlights

Intelligent Airspace Management
Global Drone Deconfliction
Updated Warnings for Low Battery Return and Landing
Pathfinder General Availability (GA) for Dock for X10
Real Time Kinematics (RTK) from Dock with Cloud-Based Setup and Monitoring
RTK Waypoint Navigation
Interrupt and Resume Missions Across Flights
Simplified Channel Selection with DFS Indicators
Dropper Attachment Updates
Dropper Attachment Precipitation Warning

Intelligent Airspace Management Platform: Dock for X10 Geofencing and airspace protection have been redesigned to provide more flexible, predictable, and terrain-aware flight safety controls across both manual and autonomous operations.

All geofence layers now use Above Ground Level (AGL) altitude references instead of altitude relative to the Launch Point. This creates more accurate boundaries across varied terrain and improves consistency between mission planning and in-flight behavior
Organizations can now use AGL geofences to manage their FAA restrictions
As part of this update, existing geofences will be automatically migrated to AGL-based limits
Review all large or long geofences. After migration, a single AGL height is set for these (e.g., if a large geofence was set to a specific HAL, the new geofence is based on the highest point from above ground). This can result in taller geofences, which can become an issue for specific use cases.
Review safe landing points. As a result of migration, organizations may be required to adjust the altitudes of their safe landing points to ensure those points are within the new Keep-In geofence.
Adjust the height of Keep-In geofences. The migration set Keep-In to 400 feet; if the organization prefers to manage to a 200 foot COA, Skydio recommends to set this ~230 feet.

Multiple Airspace Protection Layers Pilots can now combine multiple airspace and obstacle datasets into a single layered protection system, including:

Site Geofences
FAA UAS Facility Maps
Tall obstacles, such as buildings, trees and other pre-configured Pathfinder data
User-Imported custom geofences and operator-defined obstacles

These layers work together with existing altitude limits and obstacle avoidance systems to define a single, consistent flyable space for both pilots and autonomous missions.

Note: Pathfinder obstacle and artifact datasets are currently available only in the United States and Canada. Layer Enforcement Modes UAS Facility, Sites, and Custom geofence layers can now be configured independently using three enforcement states:

On: Fully enforced during all flight operations, including manual flight, Pathfinder flight, autonomous missions, and return behaviors
Pathfinder Only: Used only for Pathfinder flights and returns. Manual flight and pre-planned mission flights remain unrestricted
Off: The layer is ignored during flight operations

Geofence enforcement allows operators to apply Pathfinder obstacle data as a full-flight protection layer during manual flight, providing an additional safeguard alongside visual obstacle avoidance systems. To configure Layer Enforcement Modes pre-flight:

In RFD, navigate to Settings > Airspace Manager.
Select one of the available options (Tall Obstacles, UAS Facility, Site Geofences) to display settings for that geofence.
Click the dropdown to select the enforcement state.

Info: Enforcement for Tall Obstacles is set to *Pathfinder* and cannot be changed. This is planned for a future release.

Tip: Skydio strongly recommends enabling geofence enforcement to keep drones safe even when visual obstacle avoidance is off.

In-Flight Geofence Control Remote Pilots can now change geofence enforcement states during flight when operational requirements change.

Remote Pilots can make changes to geofencing during flight by taking one of the following actions:

Using the Obstacle Avoidance (OA) Quick Action
Responding to an In-Flight Notification when drone encounters a geofence
Right-clicking on the map and selecting the Geofence menu

Examples include:

Temporarily disabling FAA UAS Facility Maps after receiving tower authorization
Disabling a geofence layer during emergency response operations
Adjusting obstacle enforcement dynamically as site conditions change

Changes apply immediately and are reflected across mission planning and active flight behavior.

Remote pilots can also toggle on map layers to see which geofences are available, and what buildings or other tall obstacles are in the Buildings layer.

Administrative Controls Organization Admins can lock specific geofence layers to prevent pilots from modifying them during flight.

For example:

FAA airspace restrictions may remain operator-adjustable
Building and obstacle protection layers can remain permanently enforced

This provides flexibility for operational decision-making while maintaining required safety boundaries. Additional Notes

Geofence boundaries are visible on the map and can be shown or hidden to reduce visual clutter
Clear alerts notify operators when missions or flight paths interact with restricted areas
If terrain or dataset coverage is unavailable, the system will warn that enforcement may be limited
If an autonomous mission cannot continue due to an enforced restriction, the mission will pause until resolved

See It In Action:

Global Drone Deconfliction

Global drone deconfliction is now available on all online Skydio drones, including controller-flown drones. Previously, drone deconfliction was only available for docked online drones in the same Site.

Refer to Configuring Sites in the Dock for X-10 Operator Manual for detailed information on drone deconfliction behavior.

Updated Warnings for Low Battery Return and Landing

Platform: Dock for X10, Controllers/X10

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Version 43.147.80 Released May 21, 2026 First seen Jul 19, 2026

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Release date May 21, 2026

Skydio Controller version

Cayley software

App version: 44.80.6

Firmware version: 43.150.3

Skydio X10 drone version 43.147.80

Skydio External Radio version 43.147.80

Skydio Dock version 43.147.80

This release includes updates to the navigation camera system for Skydio X10 drones, along with additional fixes. There are no user-facing changes in this release.

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Version 43.147.53 Released Mar 11, 2026 First seen Jul 19, 2026

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Release date March 11, 2026

Skydio X10 drone firmware version Cayley (43.147.55)

Skydio X10 External Radio firmware version Cayley (43.147.53)

Skydio X10 Dock firmware version Cayley (43.147.53)

Note: These updates will be released gradually over the next few weeks. Do not update your system while the drone is in flight. Release notes were updated after the initial release date to reflect updated version numbers.

FIXES

Resolved an issue where the Dock roof could remain stuck open if the drone powered off and went offline.
Resolved an issue where the drone could begin landing earlier than expected during return at higher speeds with low battery through improved battery estimation.
Resolved an issue where Pathfinder could become unavailable mid-flight, interrupting autonomous flight and returns. Pathfinder will now recover from these situations.
Resolved an issue where video bitrate could drop during flights with weak or fluctuating connectivity, resulting in lower-than-expected video quality.

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Version 43.41.68 Released Jan 22, 2026 First seen Jul 19, 2026

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Release date January 22, 2026

Skydio X10 drone firmware version Cayley (43.41.68)

Skydio X10 External Radio firmware version Cayley (43.41.68)

Skydio X10 Dock firmware version Cayley (43.41.68)

Cayley Release - Get on scene faster. Stay longer. Do more.

The Cayley release delivers new capabilities that boost your Dock for X10 operations with faster speeds, smarter autonomy, stronger connectivity, and more flexibility.

NEW CAPABILITIES

New Remote Flight Deck Interface — The redesigned layout makes it easier to monitor active drones, manage missions, and adjust views without interrupting flight operations
Shadow Subject Track and Follow (Beta) — Track a subject in place or enable autonomous following for full repositioning with continuous visual lock
Icing Detection Alerts — Real-time alerts indicate when rotor icing may occur and a return is required.
Enhanced Telemetry — AGL, camera centerpoint, and full FOV corner telemetry are available in live streams and APIs.
Site and geofence overlays on Fleet Map — Clear operational boundaries across all Sites for improved supervision and dispatch.
Cloud-Managed Encryption — FIPS 140-3 validated encryption managed through Skydio Cloud ensures that only authorized users can access contents on the SD card, even if the drone crashes or is recovered elsewhere.
Terrain-Follow in Map Capture (Early Access Program) — Maintain constant AGL over variable terrain for more consistent mapping results.

GET ON SCENE FASTER

45 mph speeds for Fly-to-Point missions — Previously capped at 36 mph, reach incidents faster while maintaining full obstacle avoidance
Faster launch times — Launching is now ~10 seconds quicker, improving response during time-critical missions
Smarter Night Operations — Updated NightSense behavior improves nighttime transit speed and preserves battery
IR NightSense power optimization — Strobing reduces battery draw at night by 5–7 minutes while maintaining full obstacle avoidance performance
Pathfinder with FAA grids and geofence routing (Beta) — Faster, regulation-aware routing over or around restricted airspace and geofences

BETTER CONNECTIVITY

Introducing the Fusion+ Attachment — Adds a second cellular modem, creating a triple-link configuration (Skydio Connect SL plus dual cellular) for higher throughput and more reliable connectivity
Improved Video Stability and Connectivity — A suite of under-the-hood improvements that make live video and connectivity more stable across Dock operations.
Automatic Channel Optimization for Hive Deployments — Smart RF deconfliction across multi-Dock sites.
Reduced Network Visibility for Direct Connections — Hides the direct-link network name for lower operational footprint.

MORE FLEXIBILITY TO STAY ON SCENE LONGER

On-Scene Battery Replacements and Return to Dock — Land on scene, replace the battery, continue flying, and return to the Dock when the mission ends.
Create higher fidelity geofences — Vertices or points in the fence have been increases from 100 to 1,000 per Site for more expressive corridor, BVLOS, and inspection boundaries.

Info: Read the Skydio Dock for X10 Operator Manual before flying.

Note: This update will be released gradually over the next few weeks.

Do not update your system while the drone is in flight.

Release notes have been updated to improve clarity. [accordion heading="Operational Summary"] These release notes provide notice of new capabilities, behavior changes, and operational considerations introduced in the Cayley software release for Dock for X10 Flight Systems.

All Skydio operations conducted under this release must adhere to the guidance below to maintain compliance and ensure continued airworthiness of the Dock for X10 platform.

All personnel must review applicable items prior to flight operations to ensure continued operational safety and data compliance under the Cayley software release.

Configuration verification should be completed before the next scheduled mission cycle.

Info: Read the Skydio Dock for X10 Operator Manual before flying.

Required Review by Role

ORGANIZATION ADMINS

Organization Admins are responsible for validating system configurations, encryption management, and flight policy updates before flight operations under Cayley.

Cloud-Managed Encryption for Dock for X10 – Confirm hardware-based keys are decommissioned before enabling Cloud-managed encryption.
Fusion+ Attachment – Validate carrier configuration and data plan assignment before deployment.
Pathfinder with FAA Grids and Geofence Awareness (Beta) – Review organizational settings under Settings > Pathfinder Boundaries to ensure FAA restriction behavior matches approved flight waivers or operational authorizations.
Improved Night Operations – Update flight policies to define NightSense behavior during Pathfinder transits and returns.
Hive Auto-Channel Selection – For multi-Dock sites, ensure all drones are docked prior to initiating a channel scan.
Increased Geofence Vertex Limit – Reassess existing geofence configurations for compliance with the expanded 1,000-vertex limit.
Faster Launch Times – Be aware that launch initiation is now approximately 10 seconds faster. Review any internal procedures or dispatch workflows that assume previous launch timing.

REMOTE PILOTS

Remote Pilots and mission operators must review changes affecting autonomy behavior, link reliability, and field procedures.
Review and familiarize with the following updates:

New Interface Changes in Remote Flight Deck (RFD) – Before conducting live operations, review the redesigned interface, including integrated map/video views, real-time fleet visibility, updated telemetry bar, autonomy widget enhancements, and streamlined mission controls.
Faster Launch Times — Review updated launch behavior, as aircraft will now initiate flight approximately 10 seconds sooner than previous versions. Remote Pilots should be prep

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Version 43.41.52 Released Dec 17, 2025 First seen Jul 19, 2026

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Release date

December 17, 2025

Early Access

Skydio X10 drone firmware version Cayley (43.41.52)

Skydio X10 External Radio firmware version Cayley (43.41.52)

Skydio X10 Dock firmware version Cayley (43.41.52)

Cayley Release - Get on scene faster. Stay longer. Do more.

The Cayley release delivers new capabilities that boost your Dock for X10 operations with faster speeds, smarter autonomy, stronger connectivity, and more flexibility.

NEW CAPABILITIES

New Remote Flight Deck Interface — The redesigned layout makes it easier to monitor active drones, manage missions, and adjust views without interrupting flight operations
Shadow Subject Track and Follow (Beta) — Track a subject in place or enable autonomous following for full repositioning with continuous visual lock
Enhanced Telemetry — AGL, camera centerpoint, and full FOV corner telemetry are available in live streams and APIs.
Site and geofence overlays on Fleet Map — Clear operational boundaries across all Sites for improved supervision and dispatch.
Cloud-Managed Encryption — FIPS 140-3 validated encryption managed through Skydio Cloud ensures that only authorized users can access contents on the SD card, even if the drone crashes or is recovered elsewhere.
Terrain-Follow in Map Capture (Early Access Program) — Maintain constant AGL over variable terrain for more consistent mapping results.

GET ON SCENE FASTER

45 mph speeds for Fly-to-Point missions — Previously capped at 36 mph, reach incidents faster while maintaining full obstacle avoidance
Faster launch times — Launching is now ~10 seconds quicker, improving response during time-critical missions
Smarter Night Operations — Updated NightSense behavior improves nighttime transit speed and preserves battery
IR NightSense power optimization — Strobing reduces battery draw at night by 5–7 minutes while maintaining full obstacle avoidance performance
Pathfinder with FAA grids and geofence routing — Faster, regulation-aware routing over or around restricted airspace and geofences

BETTER CONNECTIVITY

Introducing the Fusion+ Attachment — Adds a second cellular modem, creating a triple-link configuration (Skydio Connect SL plus dual cellular) for higher throughput and more reliable connectivity
Improved Video Stability and Connectivity — A suite of under-the-hood improvements that make live video and connectivity more stable across Dock operations.
Automatic Channel Optimization for Hive Deployments — Smart RF deconfliction across multi-Dock sites.
Reduced Network Visibility for Direct Connections — Hides the direct-link network name for lower operational footprint.

MORE FLEXIBILITY TO STAY ON SCENE LONGER

On-Scene Battery Replacements and Return to Dock — Land on scene, replace the battery, continue flying, and return to the Dock when the mission ends.
Create higher fidelity geofences — Vertices or points in the fence have been increases from 100 to 1,000 per Site for more expressive corridor, BVLOS, and inspection boundaries.

Info: Read the Skydio Dock for X10 Operator Manual before flying.

[accordion heading="Operational Summary"] These release notes provide notice of new capabilities, behavior changes, and operational considerations introduced in the Cayley software release for Dock for X10 Flight Systems.

All Skydio operations conducted under this release must adhere to the guidance below to maintain compliance and ensure continued airworthiness of the Dock for X10 platform.

All personnel must review applicable items prior to flight operations to ensure continued operational safety and data compliance under the Cayley software release.

Configuration verification should be completed before the next scheduled mission cycle.

Info: Read the Skydio Dock for X10 Operator Manual before flying.

Required Review by Role

ORGANIZATION ADMINS

Organization Admins are responsible for validating system configurations, encryption management, and flight policy updates before flight operations under Cayley.

Cloud-Managed Encryption for Dock for X10 – Confirm hardware-based keys are decommissioned before enabling Cloud-managed encryption.
Fusion+ Attachment – Validate carrier configuration and data plan assignment before deployment.
Pathfinder with FAA Grids and Geofence Awareness – Review organizational settings under Settings > Pathfinder Boundaries to ensure FAA restriction behavior matches approved flight waivers or operational authorizations.
Improved Night Operations – Update flight policies to define NightSense behavior during Pathfinder transits and returns.
Hive Auto-Channel Selection – For multi-Dock sites, ensure all drones are docked prior to initiating a channel scan.
Increased Geofence Vertex Limit – Reassess existing geofence configurations for compliance with the expanded 1,000-vertex limit.
Faster Launch Times – Be aware that launch initiation is now approximately 10 seconds faster. Review any internal procedures or dispatch workflows that assume previous launch timing.

REMOTE PILOTS

Remote Pilots and mission operators must review changes affecting autonomy behavior, link reliability, and field procedures.
Review and familiarize with the following updates:

New Interface Changes in Remote Flight Deck (RFD) – Before conducting live operations, review the redesigned interface, including integrated map/video views, real-time fleet visibility, updated telemetry bar, autonomy widget enhancements, and streamlined mission controls.
Faster Launch Times — Review updated launch behavior, as aircraft will now initiate flight approximately 10 seconds sooner than previous versions. Remote Pilots should be prepared for quicker transition from dispatch to airborne operations.
Shadow Track and Follow (Beta) — Review new autonomous tracking and following behavior for moving subjects, including altitude constraints, obstacle avoidance behavior, and limitations when operating below 60 ft AGL.
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Version 40.269 Released Nov 12, 2025 First seen Jul 19, 2026

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Device Release Version

Skydio X10 Controller version 41.34.9 (No Change)

Skydio X10 drone firmware version 40.269

Dock for X10 version 40.250.13 (No Change)

External Radio version 40.250.13 (No Change)

Flight System Update

Note: This update will be released gradually over the next few weeks. Do not update your system while the drone is in flight. Release notes were updated to include Dock for X10 update steps. Non-Dock Systems

Update the X10 Controller2. Update Skydio X103. Follow your organization’s maintenance log update procedure Read How to update Skydio X10 for step-by-step instructions.

Dock Systems

Update your drone2. Perform your preflight check3. Conduct a functional test flight

Note: This update will be released gradually over the course of one week. Do not update your system while the drone is in flight.

This update addresses a recent Battery Level Estimation Error NTO that Skydio published on October 14, 2025. Improvements fix how the system measures and tracks battery levels to prevent inaccurate charge readings:

Adds logic to better detect and correct estimation errors
Ensures pilots see a more reliable state of charge during flight

Release notes & download

Version 40.250.13 Released Oct 23, 2025 First seen Jul 19, 2026

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Release date October 23, 2025

Skydio X10 drone firmware version Battin (40.249) - no change

Skydio X10 External Radio firmware version Battin (40.250.13)

Skydio X10 Dock firmware version Battin (40.250.13)

Note: These release notes have been updated to note that this update will be released gradually over the next few weeks. Do not update your system while the drone is in flight. Update Details This release focuses on enhancing Dock performance and operational efficiency.

Thermal Improvements for Dock Operation in Cold Weather - Software update to improve Dock Thermoelectric Cooler performance in cold weather
Enter Inspection Mode Post Flight - Streamlines post-flight inspections
Dock for X10 Gen 2 Charger (Alpha) - Software and Hardware upgrade for Skydio Dock for X10 that reduces the drone charge time by approximately 30% when ambient temperatures are 75 degrees Fahrenheit or lower

Thermal Improvements for Dock Operation in Cold Weather

Software update to improve Dock Thermoelectric Cooler performance in cold weather
Also improves power management in cold weather even when 200v power or greater is not available
200v power is still required for operations below freezing

Enter Inspection Mode Post Flight

Streamlines post-flight inspections
Pilots can now enter Inspection Mode immediately after flight
Pilots no longer need to exit Remote Flight Deck, wait for the Dock to close, re-enter Remote Flight Deck, then wait for the Dock to open in order to enter Inspection Mode

Dock for X10 Gen 2 Charger (Alpha)*

Software and hardware upgrade for Skydio Dock for X10 that reduces the drone charge time by approximately 30% when ambient temperatures are 75 degrees Fahrenheit or lower
Increases the max amperage at which Dock batteries can be charged from 12 Amps to 19 Amps
Only available to select customers. Please reach out to your Skydio Account team to discuss availability of this or other Early Access programs
Gen 2 Dock Charger functionality requires replacement of the Platform Board inside the Dock by Skydio personnel or a Skydio-authorized technician

Bug Fixes

Fixes a rare issue that causes the Dock’s centering mechanism to stop responding until the system is rebooted
Fixes an issue that causes External Radio software updates to fail
Other minor fixes for rare issues with External Radio

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Version 40.249 Released Sep 3, 2025 First seen Jul 19, 2026

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Battin Release: Smarter Mapping, Safer Flights, and Easier Operations

This release brings a focused set of enhancements that improve mapping accuracy, inspection workflows, inflight awareness, and data security — helping you fly with more confidence and manage your operations more efficiently.

Effective GSD – See more realistic resolution metrics during Map Capture, based on real-world camera performance — not just altitude or lens specs
Improved Low Light Detection – NightSense now activates automatically when needed, with improved nighttime dock landing exposure
“Release to Skydio” File Sharing – Customers can securely share selected flight data with Skydio Support and mark it as Non-CJIS when needed, maintaining compliance
Dock Encryption – All captured media is now encrypted, whether launched from a Dock or X10 Controller
Other Enhancements – Reduced Dock data usage

[accordion heading="Flight System Update"] Dock for X10 Systems

Update your drone2. Update your External Radio3. Update your Dock4. Perform your preflight check5. Conduct a functional test flight

Note: This update will be released gradually over the course of one week. Do not update your system while the drone is in flight. [/accordion] [accordion heading="Supported Configurations"] This release is supported on the following flight system software:

Configuration

Release Version

Skydio Dock for X10, Skydio X10, and External Radio

Battin (v40)

Dock and External Radio version: 40.249

Skydio X10, Remote Flight Deck, and X10 Controller

Battin (v40)

Controller version: 40.326

Drone version: 40.249

Skydio Dock for X2 11.2 (27.10.109)

Skydio Dock for Skydio 2/2+ 11.2 (27.10.109)

Note: This update will be released gradually over the course of one week. Do not update your system while the drone is in flight. [/accordion]

FEATURES

Note: This update will be released gradually over the course of one week.

Info: Release notes have been updated to remove the Photo Name Display in Telemetry feature.

This was incorrectly listed as available for Remote Flight Deck (RFD), and this feature is not included in this release.

Introducing Effective GSD – A More Accurate Measure of Mapping Performance Map Capture now uses Effective Ground Sampling Distance (GSD), a real-world measure of mapping performance, rather than relying solely on theoretical calculations.

Unlike traditional GSD, which assumes perfect conditions, Effective GSD is based on real-world testing and accounts for factors such as camera performance, lens characteristics, and environmental conditions.

This gives you a more accurate understanding of the detail you can expect in your imagery, making mission planning and map evaluation more reliable.

Skydio Dock for X10 Support in Japan Skydio Dock for X10 is now available in Japan, expanding access to fully autonomous, remotely operated drone operations.

Through this release, organizations in Japan can deploy X10 with Dock for continuous, reliable missions such as infrastructure inspections, utilities, and emergency response.

Custom Layer: FAA Facility Maps Skydio Cloud includes updated FAA Facility Maps as an optional custom layer.

This allows you to view these maps directly alongside your mission planning environment, making it easier to account for airspace restrictions and authorization zones when preparing flights.

Smarter Low Light Detection Skydio X10 will combine low-light sensing with locale specific time-of-day checks to notify the Pilot and automatically switch into Low Light mode (including NightSense) at night to ensure reliable launches.

Users can turn off low-light mode if they prefer.

Additionally, improved exposure adjustments increase the reliability of Dock landings.

With NightSense - If NightSense is attached, the system will automatically turn NightSense on so you do not lose obstacle avoidance capabilities
Without NightSense - Obstacle avoidance will be disabled and you will receive a notification. You have the ability to re-enable obstacle avoidance, but you may reduce the chances of a successful launch in these conditions.

Caution: Remote Pilots can override this automatic action by turning off Low Light mode, though doing so in dim or night conditions is not recommended and may reduce flight performance.

New Security and CJIS Controls The following features strengthen data security and support CJIS compliance by ensuring flight media is always encrypted, properly managed across dock and controller workflows, and only shared with Skydio Support under your control.

Dock-Based Drone Encryption Before each flight, media is automatically encrypted with Dock-specific keys to protect captured data.

When the drone returns to its original Dock, encrypted media is securely decrypted and automatically uploaded to Skydio Cloud without requiring user action.

If a drone lands outside its original Dock and remains flyable, it should only be relaunched if the intent is to return to that Dock. Media encrypted with dock-specific keys cannot be offloaded elsewhere, so continued flights may fill onboard storage and risk data loss.

Grant Skydio File Access Permissions You now have additional control over how and when to release flight media and logs to Skydio for support purposes.

In addition to the existing Upload Skydio Flight Support Log, you’ll see a new Release to Skydio option.

You remain in control of sensitive data, while still giving Skydio Support access to selected logs, media, and data files for troubleshooting.

Available in multiple places across Skydio Cloud (Flight History via Flight System page, Flight Reports, Media sharing)

Other

Improvements

Reduced Data Usage While Docked - When an X10 is idle in a Dock, it minimizes the amount of data sent to Skydio Cloud to reduce unnecessary data transfers, conserve bandwidth, and avoid extra data costs

FIXES

Increases landing success rates at night when the drone is not in Low L

Release notes & download

Version 40.142.24 Released Aug 12, 2025 First seen Jul 19, 2026

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Release date August 12, 2025

Skydio X10 drone firmware version Battin (40.142.24)

Skydio X10 External Radio firmware version Battin (40.142.24)

Skydio X10 Dock firmware version Battin (40.142.24)

What's in this release

Software support for newly manufactured Dock for X10 drone batteries

Release notes & download

Version 40.142.23 Released Jul 31, 2025 First seen Jul 19, 2026

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Release date July 31, 2025

Skydio X10 drone firmware version Battin (40.142.23)

Skydio X10 External Radio firmware version Battin (40.142.23)

Skydio X10 Dock firmware version Battin (40.142.23)

Update Details This release focuses primarily on bug fixes and improvements, while introducing the ability for Dock-based organizations to encrypt media for secure operations.

Launch and Landing Video Workflow Improvement

Fewer video files are generated per Dock-based flight, simplifying media management and reducing confusion while maintaining launching and landing reliability.

Media Encryption for Docked Drones

Ensure sensitive footage is never exposed—even in the rare case that a drone is lost during a mission

Bug Fixes and

Improvements

Drone-to-drone deconfliction fixes and

improvements

Launch, Return, and Land fixes and

improvements

Additional fixes

Launch and Landing Video Workflow Improvement With this release, we’ve reduced the number of video files generated per Dock-based flight, simplifying media management (especially in Evidence.com) and reducing confusion while maintaining launching and landing reliability.

In Battin 40.140.65 (released June 12, 2025), Skydio made improvements to Dock for X10 launching and landing reliability across the board in all environments and flight states. Part of these improvements involved changing all Dock for X10 launches and landings to a 4:3 aspect ratio video mode, increasing the drone’s vertical field of view to aid in its positioning and ensure we have the most reliable and safe Dock landings.
However, as a result of this change, video footage for launching, landing, and flight was automatically segmented into multiple files, adding complexity to video media management.

You will now see:

1 color video (video ends right before the drone lands)
1 thermal video (covers full duration of the flight)
1 LRV (low-res video) (covers full duration of the flight)

Note: For updated information about Dock for X10 video files, visit our Support article: Understanding Dock for X10 Flight System Media Files. Media Encryption for Docked Drones Ensure sensitive footage is never exposed—even in the rare case that a drone is lost during a mission

Dock-deployed drones automatically encrypt all media before launch and decrypt it only post-flight
Protects media and telemetry data if a drone is lost or compromised during flight, ensuring drone data security
Good for organizations with strict data security requirements
Automated media sync remains fully supported
The same dock that encrypted the drone must be used to decrypt the drone
Uses FIPS 140-3 compliant encryption modules

Note: The drone encrypts the media card automatically before launch.

Media is decrypted securely upon landing in the original dock, enabling automated upload to Skydio Cloud without user interaction.

If the drone lands outside of the dock and is still flyable, only relaunch if the goal is to return to the original Dock.

Otherwise, the onboard storage may fill up—leading to potential data loss.

Note: Media encryption for Docked drones is currently only available for Dock-only organizations. Skydio Cloud orgs with mixed fleets (Dock-based and controller-based) do not currently support media encryption for Docked drones. Bug Fixes and Improvements Drone-to-drone Deconfliction

Fixes an issue where an erroneous “Paused for Drone Traffic” message might display prior to launch
Previously, the user would select Override or reboot the drone via Skydio Cloud to resolve this issue
Now the user will no longer incorrectly see the “paused for drone traffic” prior to launch
Reduces instances of drones landing outside of the dock due to a drone deconfliction
If a drone (Drone A) is returning to Dock, but there is another drone (Drone B) within the vicinity, Drone B may automatically pause flight and block Drone A from returning to Dock.
Previously, if Drone B did not move in time, Drone A would initiate a smart landing
We will now wait a longer period of time (up to 10 min) for before initiating a smart landing for Drone A. This gives the blocking drone, Drone B, more time to move out of the way
New prompt now shows when a drone is close to other drone(s) and has priority to move:
“Nearby Drones Detected: Flying near other drones. Collision avoidance is active.”
Previously, only the drones that did not have priority and were paused would get a notification
Ensures the pilot with the priority drone is aware that they are blocking progress of another drone and may consider moving

Launch, Return, and Land

A small adjustment was made to camera settings during Dock landing to increase landing reliability. The video will get darker during landing
Resolves an issue where, with fully loaded attachments in high wind conditions, a drone may try to launch right after landing (and get blown away)
Reduces the likelihood of an erroneous “unsafe launch space” message flashing for brief period of time before launch

Additional Fixes

Fixes a rarely occurring issue where video feed instability may occur in some environments without a lot of visual context or texture (e.g. views with a lot of sky), as the drone may yaw left and right slightly after 2 seconds without user input
Fixes an issue where Panoramas can have missing spots around the edge/corner
Mitigates an issue where in some locations, the Dock for X10 setup flight fails due to bad GPS
Fixes an issue where temperature sensors cause Dock to fail to manage battery temperature correctly.

Known Issues

If the drone lands outside the Dock or if the charger fails to connect properly, a dismissible prompt will appear indicating that media storage may be limited. In this case, media and logs will remain encrypted until the vehicle lands in the Dock and establishes a proper charging connection

Release notes & download

Version 40.141.6 Released Jun 24, 2025 First seen Jul 19, 2026

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Release date June 24, 2025

Skydio X10 drone firmware version Battin (40.141.6)

Skydio X10 External Radio firmware version Battin (40.141.6)

Skydio X10 Dock firmware version Battin (40.141.6)

Fixes

Fixes an issue where a drone (Drone A) may be incorrectly blocked from landing when another drone (Drone B) in a neighboring Dock is in Inspection Mode. This issue only occurred in hive configurations with airspace deconfliction enabled. With this fix, if Drone B is undergoing inspection it will no longer prevent Drone A from landing.
Fixes a rare issue where the Dock or External Radio would exhibit intermittent loss of connection to the internet, resulting in 10 seconds of lost connection to the drone and possibly triggering a lost connection return. This could occur even if the drone was primarily operating over cellular connectivity. Users should now experience fewer instances of lost connection caused by this issue.
Fixes a very rare issue where users were blocked from returning home if Pathfinder was enabled. While estimating return time home close to the launch point, Pathfinder would very rarely encounter an unrecoverable error. With this fix, users will no longer be prevented from returning home when Pathfinder is enabled.

Release notes & download

Version 40.140.65 Released Jun 12, 2025 First seen Jul 19, 2026

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Release date June 12, 2025

Skydio X10 drone firmware version Battin (40.140.65)

Skydio X10 External Radio firmware version Battin (40.140.65)

Skydio X10 Dock firmware version Battin (40.140.65)

Flight System Update Procedure

Update your drone
Update your external radio
Update your Dock
Perform your preflight check
Conduct a functional test flight
Work with your Skydio account team to conduct a new Setup Flight - this is required to enable Pathfinder and Drone-to-drone deconfliction

Note: Do not update your system while the drone is in flight.

Update Features This release boosts mission efficiency and safety with smart flight planning, autonomous parachute deployment, and robust drone deconfliction—while enhancing compliance, expanding mission capabilities, and streamlining fleet and data management.

Pathfinder (Beta)

Optimized Flight Path - Pathfinder uses terrain, building, and geofence data to calculate an optimal path between two points while maintaining height AGL, saving battery and reducing response time while also freeing up the pilot to focus on comms, awareness, and intel gathering
Lost Comms Operation - Enables flight through dead zones and still reaches the destination and calculates routes onboard to ensure safe return without connectivity

Parachute (EAP)

Meet regulatory requirements - Parachute mitigates risk to people on the ground and enables compliant “Ops Over People”
Autonomous system monitoring - Internal sensors proactively monitor flight conditions to detect anomalies and automatically deploy Parachute if necessary
Take action when you need to - Manual override option gives pilots the ability to deploy the Parachute on demand or disable it entirely

Safety and Flight Experience

Improvements

Skydio drone-to-drone deconfliction (Beta) - Prevents Skydio drones in the same Site from colliding—enabling faster, safer ops
Wind Direction and Speed Estimation Indicators - Wind estimation indicators reveal in-air conditions that impact battery performance and flight speed. Visual guidance shows wind direction relative to drone heading—helping pilots make faster, smarter decisions

Mission

Improvements

Missions in Night and Rain - Reuse pre-planned missions at night and in the rain while monitored by a remote pilot
Camera Settings by Drone and Sensor Package - Exposes a larger range of settings offered by different sensor packages while ensuring the mission runs successfully
Updates to Live Mission Planner - More unified mission planning experience across both Live and Map planning
Panorama Support for Missions - X10 missions from Dock now support Panorama as a camera action at waypoints

Skydio X10 Gen 2 Support

Device Visibility - X10 Gen 2 drones are now listed in the Skydio Cloud with updated type labeling and all-gray drone image
Carrier Management - View carrier for each drone, see which carriers are active per flight, filter flights and export data by carrier in the Reports tab
Telemetry Support - Remote Flight Deck displays live cellular telemetry and carrier information

Security and Cloud Admin

Improvements

Mixed Fleet Cloud Orgs - Manage both docked and non-docked X10 drones under a single cloud org—no more siloed operations
Improved security for Skydio Connect SL - Skydio Connect SL is more resistant to denial-of-service (DoS) attacks

Radiometric Image File Handling

Spot radiometric images at a glance - Thermal images captured via skills, 3D Scan, Map Capture, or other workflows now include a _R.JPG suffix in the filename
Simplify analysis and storage - New naming makes it easy to distinguish radiometric files from standard thermal imagery—no guesswork required

Fixes and Additional Improvements

This release includes updates that impact different roles within the Skydio ecosystem. To help you quickly identify what matters most to you, we have grouped updates by role. Use the definitions below to identify which sections apply to your responsibilities:

Remote Pilots

Remote Pilots conduct missions via Remote Flight Deck (RFD) or DFR Command, operating drones remotely rather than in-person.

This could include tasks such as managing autonomous flights, overseeing Drone as First Responder (DFR) responses, monitoring live video feeds, and maintaining mission oversight from a command center or dispatch location.

Examples of relevant updates: autonomous flight stability, real-time subject tracking and situational awareness, live video reliability for mission oversight

Organization Admins

Organization Admins manage system-level settings in Skydio Cloud. They are responsible for tasks such as maintaining fleet and equipment readiness, managing integrations, assigning user roles, and ensuring compliance within regulatory and organizational policy.

Examples of relevant updates: log in and authentication (SSO), user access, DroneSense settings

REMOTE PILOTS

Pathfinder (Beta)
Instead of flying in a straight line, Pathfinder uses terrain, building, and geofence data to calculate an optimal path between two points while maintaining AGL.

Pilot Efficiency: Frees pilot to focus on comms, awareness, and intel gathering
Faster Routing: Chooses shortest path to save battery and reduce response time
Lost Comms Safety: Calculates routes onboard to ensure safe return without connectivity
Connectivity Gaps: Enables flight through dead zones and still reaches the destination respecting timeout settings

Visit: Getting started with Skydio Pathfinder (Beta) for more information about using this feature.

Note: Pathfinder is in Beta and is available for DFR customers flying Dock for X10. Work with your Skydio account team to enable Pathfinder for your organization.

Note: Pilot attention is still required during Pathfinder autonomous flight.

Parachute (EAP) Mitigates risk to people on ground and enables compliant “Ops Over People”

Spot problems before they escalate: In

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