Coastguard Helicopter to English Channel

Friday, 9 January 2026 | 15:02 | From English Channel

Flight path map showing Coastguard Helicopter route from English Channel to English Channel

On Friday, 9 January 2026 at 15:02, a Coastguard Helicopter departed from English Channel to English Channel. It was the Coastguard Helicopter with registration number G-RESF. The flight lasted 12 minutes. During that period, the aircraft travelled 3 miles at an average speed of 15 miles per hour at a maximum altitude of 475 feet.

Photo of helicopter: G-RESF
Helicopter: G-RESF

The helicopter G-RESF is used by the British Coastguard. The helicopter is deployed in search and rescue operations at sea, rescue operations involving ships or drilling platforms, patrols to prevent smuggling or piracy, environmental monitoring and disaster relief support.

Photo: Tony Melony

Distance travelled
4 miles
475 feet
dashboard average speed
15 mph
13 minutes
15:02
15:14
Flight tracking overview, altitude and location

Route

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English Channel, 15:14

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English Channel, 15:02