UAVs could extend the range of anti-tank missile systems

[Manticore]

Using an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) to observe a target, then using it to take part in the missile guidance chain, it would be possible for a missile system to engage targets whose line of sight from the launcher is obscured by buildings or terrain, without the need for the post-launch acquisition of the target by the missile seeker, a team consisting of MBDA-F and MBDA-UK believes.

Developed under the PLOS Project (Proxy Line of Sight) Programme being conducted under the French/UK Materials and Components for Missiles Innovation and Technology Partnership (MCM ITP), this would meet today's rules of engagement, which require that the missile operator has continuous 'eyes on target' from initial target recognition to the moment of missile impact.\

Once the missile had reached a preselected location (marked here with a red ***) within the UAV imager's field of view, the firing post that launched it would switch from using its own imager to that aboard the UAV, allowing a semi-automatic command-to-line-of-sight (SACLOS) attack on the target. (MBDA)

UAVs could extend the range of anti-tank missile systems - IHS Jane's 360

 

[Najam Khan]

That might have its weather related limitations just like LGBs?
Conceptually its possible that a launched missile is relayed to UAV, but pre-requisites should be.

1. Electronic battle field is up-and-running with AWACS support and all networking interfaces working together.
2. UAV is available in the target area and is ready to accept command.
3. UAV is far from threat of ground fire/enemy air defence.
4. Their is actual need of relaying missile to UAV i.e too much air and ground targets in the area with too few attackers.