the one I always was fond of was the 747 missile wagon concept.
Are you thinking of using the F22s as the “stealth spotter” with the 747 as the AMRAAM supply/firing depot?
Interesting.
They’re actually working on the concept. The Air Force realizes that current fighters (including the F-22) don’t carry enough missiles for long-range engagements over the South China Sea (and other locations). So, they’re working on an “arsenal aircraft” that will launch scores of munitions that will be guided to target by fighter aircraft or even remote C2 platforms.
Of course, the concept has some drawbacks; the arsenal jet needs to be within 100 miles of the furball for even extended-range AMRAAMs to reach their targets and that lumbering C-17 (or whatever platform they use) will need dedicated protection.