Sunday, 8 February 2026 | 16:42 | From Eccles
On Sunday, 8 February 2026 at 16:42, a Police Helicopter departed from Eccles to Manchester Barton Aerodrome. It was the Police Helicopter with registration number G-POLC. The flight lasted 22 minutes. During that period, the aircraft travelled 27 miles at an average speed of 74 miles per hour at a maximum altitude of 1700 feet.
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: Alec Wilson
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Pendlebury, Salford17:00
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