If we are going to stretch the analogy, AWACS could be the watcher on the stands, telling the coach the big picture plays. The quarterback is in the heat, calli

If we are going to stretch the analogy, AWACS could be the watcher on the stands, telling the coach the big picture plays. The quarterback is in the heat, calling tactics in the spur of moment. Not sure if the analogy breaks down completely from here on.