Coastguard Drone to English Channel

Monday, 6 April 2026 | 11:48 | From English Channel

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

On Monday, 6 April 2026 at 11:48, a Coastguard Drone departed from English Channel to English Channel. It was the Coastguard Drone with registration number G-UASA. The flight lasted 13 minutes. During that period, the aircraft travelled 17 miles at an average speed of 75 miles per hour at a maximum altitude of 900 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
17 miles
900 feet
dashboard average speed
75 mph
14 minutes
11:48
12:02
Flight tracking overview, altitude and location

Route

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English Channel, 12:02

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English Channel, 11:48