Does target designation override what targets are normally valid for a missile/rocket?
Solution 1:
Yes, with laser designation aircraft can be targeted by weapons which normally lock on ground vehicles and equipment:
- Javelin
- Guided Shell (tank upgrade)
- Guided Rockets (heli upgrade)
As a side note, MAV even though it's airborne, is considered equipment, not air vehicle. So you can down it with guided missiles even without laser designation.
Example with tank guided shell: