Lockheed assesses possible engine options for Vectis CCA development
A rendered image of the Vectis CCA. (Image: Lockheed Martin)
The Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) was unveiled in September, with Lockheed pursing an accelerated roadmap to first flight in 2027.
Lockheed Martin is pushing a sped-up timeline to first flight and initial operating capability (IOC) for its Vectis Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA), with discussions over potential engine selection ongoing, Lockheed executives said at the Dubai Airshow.
The Vectis CCA was first unveiled on 21 September, with Lockheed pitching it as a survivable, stealthy, modular drone to pair with the F-35 for the international market. A self-funded “big bet” project, the Vectis CCA is the latest platform to come from Lockheed’s Skunk Works.
Speaking to Shephard, Steve Sheehy, VP sustainment strategy and business development for Lockheed Martin Aeronautics, said that Lockheed
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