Coastguard Helicopter to Gorran Haven, Derby's Lane

Friday, 17 April 2026 | 21:44 | From English Channel

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

On Friday, 17 April 2026 at 21:44, a Coastguard Helicopter departed from English Channel to Gorran Haven. It was the Coastguard Helicopter with registration number G-MCGF. The flight lasted 12 minutes. During that period, the aircraft travelled 4 miles at an average speed of 20 miles per hour at a maximum altitude of 375 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
4 miles
375 feet
dashboard average speed
20 mph
12 minutes
21:44
21:56
Flight tracking overview, altitude and location

Route

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Derby's Lane, Cornwall21:56

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Gorran Haven, Cornwall21:48

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English Channel21:44