Coastguard Helicopter to English Channel, English Channel

Tuesday, 24 February 2026 | 21:51 | From English Channel

On Tuesday, 24 February 2026 at 21:51, a Coastguard Helicopter departed from English Channel to English Channel. It was the Coastguard Helicopter with registration number G-RESB. The flight lasted 2 minutes. During that period, the aircraft travelled 3 miles at an average speed of 85 miles per hour at a maximum altitude of 250 feet.

Helicopter: G-RESB

The helicopter G-RESB 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: by Tony Melony