Lockheed adds four Vectis drones to speed up testing of its new stealth aircraft

Lockheed Martin is expanding its Vectis stealth drone program: in addition to the already-built vehicle, four more prototypes will be created to accelerate flight testing and develop fast, low-cost production. First flight is expected by late 2027; the drone is about 34 feet long with a 38-foot wingspan.

• Four additional Vectis prototypes in development, first flight by late 2027
• Drone 34 feet long, 38-foot wingspan, comparable to MQ-9 Reaper and F-35
• Minimal tooling determinate assembly cuts labor by 80%
• Vectis targets Collaborative Combat Aircraft and air combat programs