Coastguard Helicopter to English Channel, English Channel

Tuesday, 3 February 2026 | 17:50 | From English Channel

Flight route map: Coastguard Helicopter to English Channel, English Channel

On Tuesday, 3 February 2026 at 17:50, a Coastguard Helicopter departed from English Channel to English Channel. It was the Coastguard Helicopter with registration number G-RESF. The flight lasted 6 minutes. During that period, the aircraft travelled 2 miles at an average speed of 16 miles per hour at a maximum altitude of 650 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
2 miles
650 feet
dashboard average speed
16 mph
7 minutes
17:50
17:56
Flight tracking overview, altitude and location

Route

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English Channel, 17:56

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English Channel, 17:50