Coastguard Helicopter to English Channel

Saturday, 28 February 2026 | 10:27 | From English Channel

Flight path map showing Coastguard Helicopter route from English Channel to English Channel

On Saturday, 28 February 2026 at 10:27, a Coastguard Helicopter departed from English Channel to English Channel. It was the Coastguard Helicopter with registration number G-MCGF. The flight lasted 6 minutes. During that period, the aircraft travelled 11 miles at an average speed of 107 miles per hour at a maximum altitude of 350 feet.

Photo of helicopter: G-MCGF
Helicopter: G-MCGF

The helicopter G-MCGF 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: The Carlisle Kid

Distance travelled
11 miles
350 feet
dashboard average speed
107 mph
6 minutes
10:27
10:33
Flight tracking overview, altitude and location

Route

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English Channel, 10:33

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English Channel, 10:27