Pilots have been talking about this type of support for years but the changes in the battle field have made it more difficult. I remember when there were talks of Buffs being missile trucks housing tons of missiles but….. they are not the stealthiest. Here is an article about possible support drones carrying mixed loadouts to support jets in the air.

http://www.twz.com/air/flying-wing-arsenal-plane-packed-with-air-to-air-missiles-eyed-by-usaf-report

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Flying Wing Arsenal Plane Packed With Air-To-Air Missiles Eyed By USAF: Report

The Air Force is examining the use of a flying wing that totes dozens of air-to-air missiles to support fighter operations. The idea of an air-to-air-capable B-21 Raider has come up before, but the Air Force is now said to … Continue reading