About this organization

Organization Information : Founded in 2014, Skydio is the leading U.S. drone manufacturer and world leader in autonomous flight. Skydio leverages breakthrough AI to create the world’s most intelligent flying machines for use by consumers, enterprises, and government customers. Skydio designs, assembles, and supports its products in the U.S. from its headquarters in San Mateo, CA, to offer the highest standards of supply chain and manufacturing security. Our founders met as grad students at MIT in 2009 where they helped pioneer autonomous drone technology. After MIT they helped start Google’s Project Wing. Skydio was founded in 2014 and in 2018 we launched R1 which was widely regarded as a breakthrough in autonomous drones for consumers and as a platform for commercial development. Skydio products are the result of over a decade of R&D by world experts in drones, AI, and computer vision.

Other Information: Founded in 2014, Skydio by Adam Bry, Abe Bachrach, and Matt Donahoe, all alumni of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), is a leading American drone manufacturer headquartered in San Mateo, California. The company specializes in designing and producing drones equipped with advanced artificial intelligence (AI) and computer vision technologies, enabling autonomous navigation and real-time obstacle avoidance. Skydio's product line caters to various sectors, including defense, public safety, and industrial applications. Notably, their drones are utilized by every branch of the U.S. Department of Defense, numerous public safety agencies across all U.S. states, and several international military forces. In August 2023, Skydio shifted its focus exclusively to military, law enforcement, and industrial markets, discontinuing consumer drone offerings to better serve these sectors. The company has experienced significant growth, achieving a valuation exceeding $1 billion as of March 2021 and expanding its workforce to over 700 employees by 2024. Skydio's commitment to innovation positions it at the forefront of autonomous drone technology, continually enhancing aerial capabilities across various industries.