Robot Aviation
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Aerospace, Unmanned aircraft systems |
| Founded | 2008 |
| Founder | Ole Vidar Homleid, Oddvar Kristiansen |
| Headquarters | Eggemoen Aviation & Technology Park, near Oslo , Norway |
Area served | Worldwide |
| Products | Unmanned helicopters and fixed-wing drones (SkyRobot FX10, FX20, FX450, RX55, RX100), SkyView ground control software |
Robot Aviation is an aerospace firm specializing in the development and supply of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) tailored for both military and commercial sectors. The company’s main office is situated at Eggemoen Aviation & Technology Park near Oslo, Norway, while its engineering and manufacturing operations are based in Warsaw, Poland, and Linköping, Sweden (UAS Europe). Additionally, Robot Aviation maintains a presence in the United States with branches located in Grand Forks, North Dakota, and Phoenix, Arizona.
The unmanned platforms produced by Robot Aviation are engineered to perform reliably under demanding conditions, offering significant endurance and operational range. Their portfolio comprises both unmanned helicopters and fixed-wing drones.
History
Established in 2008 by Ole Vidar Homleid and Oddvar Kristiansen, Robot Aviation originated in Gjøvik, Oppland, Norway. Despite the company’s registration in Gjøvik, initial development and construction of the SkyRobot prototype (FX450) took place in Skotfoss, Skien, Telemark, through a collaboration with Aero-Design led by Paweł Różański from Warsaw, Poland.
In May 2018, Robot Aviation expanded its capabilities by acquiring UAS Europe. The company’s SkyView ground control station software—compliant with NATO STANAG 4586 standards—has been adopted by over 30 organizations worldwide for unmanned system operations. UAS Europe operates out of Linköping, Sweden, recognized as a key aviation hub within Scandinavia.
Robot Aviation’s existing lineup of fixed-wing unmanned aircraft—namely the SkyRobot FX20 and FX450—is set to be augmented by the Spy Owl 200 platform from UAS Europe, which will be marketed under the designation SkyRobot FX10.
In collaboration with Telenor and Andøya Space Center, Robot Aviation is working on enhancing the SkyRobot FX450 to bolster emergency response capabilities in the Arctic region around Svalbard. This initiative was scheduled to commence in 2018.
Products
- SkyRobot FX10 – a hand-launched fixed-wing UAS featuring a maximum take-off weight (MTOW) of 6.5 kg (14.5 lb) and capable of carrying payloads up to 2.7 kg (6 lb), primarily designed for agricultural monitoring, scientific research, and surveillance missions.
- SkyRobot FX20 – a high-performance fixed-wing UAS with an MTOW of 12 kg (26 lb), offering extended flight duration and supporting payloads up to 3 kg (6.6 lb), optimized for surveillance and observation tasks.
- SkyRobot FX450 – a long-endurance fixed-wing drone with an MTOW of 180 kg (400 lb) and a payload capacity reaching 100 kg (220 lb), engineered for comprehensive monitoring over terrestrial and maritime environments.
- Launch and Recovery System – developed specifically for the SkyRobot FX20 and comparable unmanned aircraft models.
- SkyView – a ground control station solution compliant with NATO STANAG 4586 standards including associated software.
- SkyRobot RX55 – an unmanned helicopter designed to meet safety regulations applicable to UAVs under 25 kg (55 lb), capable of supporting payloads up to 8 kg (18 lb).
- SkyRobot RX100 – a versatile unmanned helicopter platform suitable for heavier payloads and extended flight durations.