Could you? Sure. Real question is why?

It would be very difficult to do, several issues with how it would work, such as getting the depth right, knowing if there is a perch biting, and the weight drag of the water if you did hook one when lifting it up. Not to mention the risk of crashing it into the water and ruining it. Imagine a gull chasing the perch as you try and fly it back to the boat! Simply not any good reason to try it.

A much better use is for ice fishing to check ice conditions. Look for cracks, obstacles, and other dangers.