Thursday, 29 January 2026 | 12:28 | From North Weald Bassett
On Thursday, 29 January 2026 at 12:28, a Police Helicopter departed from North Weald Bassett to Thornwood Common. It was the Police Helicopter with registration number G-POLU. The flight lasted 9 minutes. During that period, the aircraft travelled 10 miles at an average speed of 74 miles per hour at a maximum altitude of 1500 feet.
The helicopter G-POLU is used by the British police. The helicopter is deployed in pursuits, missing persons cases and other incidents where a helicopter provides added value.
Photo: Tony Melony
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