Police Helicopter to Smithy Bridge, Heald Close

Tuesday, 3 February 2026 | 12:05 | From Littleborough

Flight route map: Police Helicopter to Smithy Bridge, Heald Close

On Tuesday, 3 February 2026 at 12:05, a Police Helicopter departed from Littleborough to Smithy Bridge. It was the Police Helicopter with registration number G-POLC. The flight lasted 4 minutes. During that period, the aircraft travelled 3 miles at an average speed of 45 miles per hour at a maximum altitude of 1400 feet.

Photo of helicopter: G-POLC
Helicopter: G-POLC

The helicopter G-POLC 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: James

Distance travelled
3 miles
1400 feet
dashboard average speed
45 mph
4 minutes
12:05
12:09
Flight tracking overview, altitude and location

Route

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Heald Close, Rochdale12:09

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Littleborough, Greater Manchester12:07

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Smithy Bridge, Rochdale12:07

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Syke Road, Greater Manchester12:05