Friday, 20 February 2026 | 15:11 | From English Channel
On Friday, 20 February 2026 at 15:11, a Coastguard Helicopter departed from English Channel to Solent Airport. It was the Coastguard Helicopter with registration number G-RESF. The flight lasted 45 minutes. During that period, the aircraft travelled 73 miles at an average speed of 97 miles per hour at a maximum altitude of 550 feet.
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
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