R80D SkyRaider
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About R80D SkyRaider
R80D SkyRaider is an open-architecture vertical-takeoff drone designed for United States defense and federal operators. It carries multiple mission payloads with a combined capacity of up to 3.49 kilograms, bringing Group 2–3 payload capability to a man-portable VTOL footprint. A payload development kit supports integration of sensors and mission equipment beyond Teledyne FLIR's own StormCaster, delivery and tethered accessories.
RaiderOS provides the aircraft's control and cybersecurity layer, while onboard edge AI supports object detection and classification. The platform can perform semi-autonomous flight and operate in environments where GPS or communications are degraded or unavailable. This combination supports reconnaissance, infrastructure inspection, mapping, payload delivery and persistent tethered observation from a system designed for a single operator to deploy in the field.
Timeline
- Teledyne FLIR wins $11.2 million U.S. Army CBRN drone-kit contract
2026-06-04 - Contract Award - The $11.2 million award covers delivery of more than 45 advanced CBRN unmanned-aircraft kits to the U.S. Army. Each kit centres on an R80D SkyRaider configured with modular chemical, biological and radiological payloads, including the MUVE B330 biological sensor. The systems are designed to map and characterize hazards while keeping soldiers outside contaminated areas; deliveries were expected to begin in the second quarter of 2026.
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