Redacted Skydio JNA.pdf

This document is a Single Source Justification (Simplified Acquisition) for the procurement of two Skydio x10D Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS) by the 48 RQS (Reconnaissance Squadron). The document details the unique requirements justifying a single-source procurement from Skydio, highlighting the system's specific capabilities including zero-light flight with full autonomy, thermal vision via Teledyne FLIR Boson 640+ camera, NVIDIA Jetson Orin GPU for deep machine learning, and operator location safety features that minimize radio signal interference.

The justification is supported by references to FY20 and FY23 NDAA, the American Security Drone Act, and compliance with Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) and UAS Cleared List requirements. The Skydio X10D is noted as the sole sUAS on the Blue UAS Cleared List meeting the 48 RQS Personnel Recovery training and mission set requirements, with unique integration capabilities including the Tactical Awareness Kit (TAK) network and compatibility with Special Warfare Awareness Kit (SWAK) network. Per Air Force regulation, future procurement of sUAS systems must be vetted by the DIU and remain on the Blue sUAS Cleared List.