Coastguard Drone to English Channel

Monday, 6 April 2026 | 8:52 | From English Channel

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

On Monday, 6 April 2026 at 8:52, a Coastguard Drone departed from English Channel to English Channel. It was the Coastguard Drone with registration number G-UASA. The flight lasted 29 minutes. During that period, the aircraft travelled 122 miles at an average speed of 254 miles per hour at a maximum altitude of 1000 feet.

Photo of helicopter: G-UASA
Helicopter: G-UASA

The drone G-UASA is used by the British Coastguard. The drone 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: Mike Burdett, CROMER, UK

Distance travelled
122 miles
1000 feet
dashboard average speed
254 mph
29 minutes
08:52
09:21
Flight tracking overview, altitude and location

Route

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English Channel, 09:21

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English Channel08:56

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Maldon, Essex08:56

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English Channel, 08:52