can you land in mid-air? (sort of)
multi-rotor have limited flying time, though it provides somewhat static landing strip.
giant plane have more flying time but it won't be static, and there will be turbulence.
release and catch, maybe more viable but it won't be easy.
winch tractor release and catch might be easier for approach imho, similar to real mid-air refueling.
perhaps a v stab hook with magnet as bait/contact point.