Coastguard Helicopter to English Channel, English Channel

Saturday, 24 January 2026 | 14:43 | From English Channel

On Saturday, 24 January 2026 at 14:43, a Coastguard Helicopter departed from English Channel to English Channel. It was the Coastguard Helicopter with registration number G-RESF. The flight lasted 19 minutes. During that period, the aircraft travelled 5 miles at an average speed of 16 miles per hour at a maximum altitude of 825 feet.

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