Monday, 9 March 2026 | 14:51 | From Solent Airport
On Monday, 9 March 2026 at 14:51, a Coastguard Helicopter departed from Solent Airport to English Channel. It was the Coastguard Helicopter with registration number G-RESF. The flight lasted 58 minutes. During that period, the aircraft travelled 78 miles at an average speed of 81 miles per hour at a maximum altitude of 2075 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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