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Lockheed Martin Unveils Vectis: Stealth Drone Set for 2027

9/21/2025

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Lockheed Martin's Skunk Works is developing the Vectis, a stealthy autonomous drone expected to fly by late 2027.
The prototype is a customizable, reusable "Category 5" drone focused on survivability and mission flexibility, including air-to-air and ISR operations.
Vectis features an open systems architecture for compatibility with non-Lockheed platforms and requires a runway for takeoff and landing.
Simulations show compatibility with F-22 and F-35 aircraft, and it may be considered for the Air Force's CCA increment 2.

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Story summary

Lockheed Martin's Skunk Works is developing the Vectis, a stealthy autonomous drone expected to fly by late 2027.
The prototype is a customizable, reusable "Category 5" drone focused on survivability and mission flexibility, including air-to-air and ISR operations.
Vectis features an open systems architecture for compatibility with non-Lockheed platforms and requires a runway for takeoff and landing.
Simulations show compatibility with F-22 and F-35 aircraft, and it may be considered for the Air Force's CCA increment 2.