# Skydio F10 drone gets US government approval

> US government praises Skydio's new AI-powered winged drone for law enforcement use
- Title: Skydio F10 drone gets US government approval | Shortify
- Summary: US government praises Skydio's new AI-powered winged drone for law enforcement use US government recognizes Skydio F10 drone's potential for law enforcement…
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- Source: Digital Camera World — https://digitalcameraworld.com/drones/american-drone-company-skydio-shows-new-robotic-winged-drone-with-ai-capabilities-and-gets-a-pat-on-the-back-from-the-us-government
- Published: 2026-09-24T08:57:14+00:00
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- Topics: skydio, f10, ai, drone, law enforcement, us government, rtol
## Skydio F10 unveiled
Skydio introduced its prototype Robotic Takeoff and Land drone at Ascend 2025. The F10 uses AI to orbit subjects and track moving targets.

> The robots are here and they fly.
## US government approval
The US government praised Skydio's F10 drone for law enforcement applications, highlighting its potential to replace DJI drones in the market.
## AI capabilities
The F10 drone uses AI to automatically navigate dangerous areas without human intervention, staying low to keep the camera out of shot.
## Deployment timeline
The F10 will launch in 2027 after pre-orders open now, with a prototype designed for long-range operations.
## MegaDock system
Skydio's MegaDock station charges up to five drones and automatically launches one via a robot arm for deployment.
## No ultimate drone
CEO Adam Bry stated there is no ultimate drone, with Skydio focusing on urban, indoor, and long-range applications.

> There is no ultimate drone
## Key takeaway

US government recognizes Skydio F10 drone's potential for law enforcement applications