# Axon invests $1.2B in Skydio and becomes its U.S. public safety distributor

> Original title: Axon invests $1.2B into Skydio and becomes its U.S. public safety distributor

- Source: The Robot Report
- Published: 2026-11-10T13:06:58.000Z
- Bad Influence: https://badinfluence.news/items/nt66ivp4enj1sh9nnszmlsi03
- Original: https://www.therobotreport.com/axon-invests-1-2b-into-skydio-and-becomes-its-u-s-public-safety-distributor/

## Summary

Axon Enterprise said it invested $1.2 billion in Skydio, a drone manufacturer valued at $5.2 billion, gaining a 20% ownership stake. Axon also becomes Skydio's exclusive public safety distributor in the U.S. and Canada, and says Skydio expects about $1 billion in bookings this fiscal year. The deal is subject to customary closing conditions and is expected to close in late 2026 or early 2027.