Coastguard Helicopter to Torrlaoighseach

Saturday, 11 April 2026 | 21:39 | From Achnagart Farm

Flight path map showing Coastguard Helicopter route from Achnagart Farm to Torrlaoighseach

On Saturday, 11 April 2026 at 21:39, a Coastguard Helicopter departed from Achnagart Farm to Torrlaoighseach. It was the Coastguard Helicopter with registration number G-MCGX. The flight lasted 22 minutes. During that period, the aircraft travelled 11 miles at an average speed of 29 miles per hour at a maximum altitude of 4900 feet.

Photo of helicopter: G-MCGX
Helicopter: G-MCGX

The helicopter G-MCGX 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: Nick (UK)

Distance travelled
11 miles
4900 feet
dashboard average speed
29 mph
23 minutes
21:39
22:01
Flight tracking overview, altitude and location

Route

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Torrlaoighseach, Highland22:01

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Torrlaoighseach, Highland22:01

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Shiel Bridge, Highland21:48

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Torrlaoighseach, Highland21:47

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Shiel Bridge, Highland21:41

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Achadhinrain, Highland21:41

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Shiel Bridge, Highland21:39

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Achnagart Farm, Highland21:39