Nomad
The Nomad is a small utility SLV produced by Faulcon DeLacy.[1] This is the first Ship-Launched Vessel (SLV) and the first flyable vessel with an interior. Early access for ARX began on 30th June 2026.[1][2]
Overview
The compact design makes it highly maneuverable to easily explore planetary terrain.[3] The skids and small landing footprint enable it to easily land on rough terrain near places for exobiology.[2][3] The MK II Biological Scanner enables the detection of biological signals from the cockpit.[3] It has nimble thrusters and a rapid spool-up capability.[3] The vessel doesn't have an FSD. The main ship stays in orbit or can be dismissed via the ship menu.
The Nomad has 2 gull-wing doors on the sides and 1 ramp at the rear of the interior. This enables fast disembarking and re-entry.[3] It cannot transport other players. It cannot dock at a starport or outpost.
Nomad purchased via an early access ARX bundle has infinite redeploys. If bought for credits it will have a limited number of redeploys before requiring to be restocked at a market.
Compatible ships
The Nomad requires a medium or large ship with an Mk I or Mk II Vessel Hangar.
Mk I Vessel Hangar[4]
- Alliance Crusader (Class 5-6)
- Anaconda (Class 5-7)
- Beluga Liner (Class 5-6)
- Caspian Explorer (Class 5-7)
- Federal Corvette (Class 5-7)
- Federal Gunship (Class 5-6)
- Imperial Cutter (Class 5-7)
- Keelback (Class 5)
- Krait MkII (Class 5-6)
- Panther Clipper Mk II (Class 5-7)
- Type-9 Heavy (Class 5-7)
- Type-10 Defender (Class 5-7)
- Type-11 Prospector (Class 5-6)
Mk II Vessel Hangar[4]
- Caspian Explorer (Class 5-7)
- Panther Clipper Mk II (Class 5-7)
- Type-11 Prospector (Class 5-6)
Purchase Locations
| System | Station | Date Seen |
|---|---|---|
| Shinrarta Dezhra | Jameson Memorial | Always available |
Development
A description with concept art of the Nomad was unveiled by Frontier on 2 June 2026.[2]
Notes
- This is the first flyable vessel with a ship interior. You can seamlessly walk between the exterior and interior when landed.
- The main ship can be dismissed via the in-game menu so the nomad is untethered.
- You can launch the ship in orbit of a planet, but traveling to the surface takes a long time.
Videos
Gallery
- Nomad SLV Concept 1
- Nomad SLV Concept 2
- Nomad SLV Concept 3
- Nomad SLV Concept 4
- Nomad SLV Concept 5
- Nomad SLV Concept 6
- Nomad vessel in-game 1
- Nomad on a summit
References
- 1 2 Elite Dangerous: June Dev Log 2026 - 19 June 2026
- 1 2 3 Discover the Nomad - 2 June 2026 - Elite Dangerous
- 1 2 3 4 5 Elite Dangerous | Nomad Release Trailer - 26 June 2026 - Elite Dangerous Forum
- 1 2 Elite Dangerous | Nomad Ship Availability Update - 22 June 2026 - Frontier Forums