Stealth unmanned collaborative combat aircraft for operation alongside F-35 and F-22. Carries air-to-air and ground-attack weapons.
Five aircraft in build. First flight by end of 2027.
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Tailless lambda-wing reduces drag and enables low radar signature.
Onboard software manages flight and tactics; humans set goals and approve weapons.
Flies with F-35 and F-22, handling high-risk sensor and weapons tasks.
| Spec | Vectis |
|---|---|
| Length | ~34 feet (10.4 m)R (reported) |
| Wingspan | ~38 feet (11.6 m)R (reported) |
| Propulsion | Williams FJ44-4 turbofan, 3,600+ lbfR (reported) |
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Lockheed Martin
Defense, aerospace, Skunk Works
Lockheed Martin Skunk Works develops advanced military aircraft, including the Vectis collaborative combat aircraft. Vectis is an unmanned stealth aircraft designed to operate alongside crewed fighters like the F-35.
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