Coastguard Helicopter to English Channel, English Channel

Friday, 20 February 2026 | 14:18 | From Solent Airport

On Friday, 20 February 2026 at 14:18, a Coastguard Helicopter departed from Solent Airport to English Channel. It was the Coastguard Helicopter with registration number G-RESF. The flight lasted 51 minutes. During that period, the aircraft travelled 54 miles at an average speed of 63 miles per hour at a maximum altitude of 425 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