Coastguard Helicopter to English Channel

Tuesday, 14 April 2026 | 11:04 | From English Channel

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

On Tuesday, 14 April 2026 at 11:04, a Coastguard Helicopter departed from English Channel to English Channel. It was the Coastguard Helicopter with registration number G-MCGF. The flight lasted 43 minutes. During that period, the aircraft travelled 31 miles at an average speed of 43 miles per hour at a maximum altitude of 325 feet.

Photo of helicopter: G-MCGF
Helicopter: G-MCGF

The helicopter G-MCGF 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: The Carlisle Kid

Distance travelled
31 miles
325 feet
dashboard average speed
43 mph
44 minutes
11:04
11:47
Flight tracking overview, altitude and location

Route

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English Channel, 11:47

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English Channel, 11:04