Coastguard Helicopter to English Channel

Monday, 13 April 2026 | 21:16 | From English Channel

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

On Monday, 13 April 2026 at 21:16, a Coastguard Helicopter departed from English Channel to English Channel. It was the Coastguard Helicopter with registration number G-RESF. The flight lasted 11 minutes. During that period, the aircraft travelled 6 miles at an average speed of 32 miles per hour at a maximum altitude of 525 feet.

Photo of helicopter: G-RESF
Helicopter: G-RESF

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

Distance travelled
7 miles
525 feet
dashboard average speed
32 mph
12 minutes
21:16
21:27
Flight tracking overview, altitude and location

Route

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English Channel, 21:27

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English Channel21:23

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Eastbourne, East Sussex21:22

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English Channel, 21:16