Lockheed Martin’s Skunk Works is expanding its development of the Vectis uncrewed stealth drone by building additional prototypes. One outlet says the company now plans for five Vectis prototypes, while other outlets report plans to build four more aircraft. All accounts say the program’s schedule remains on track for a first flight in 2027.
The reports describe Vectis as a stealth-focused unmanned aircraft developed by Skunk Works, with additional prototype work intended to support continued testing and progress toward flight demonstration. While the outlets differ slightly on the total number of prototypes—five versus “four more”—they converge on the timing for the initial flight and the fact that production of prototype airframes is already planned. None of the sources provided additional details on roles, payloads, or customer commitments.
Overall, the coverage centers on Lockheed’s ramp in prototype construction and the continued expectation that the first Vectis will fly by the end of 2027.
