Coastguard Helicopter to English Channel

Saturday, 9 May 2026 | 12:45 | From English Channel

Flight route Coastguard Helicopter English Channel - English Channel, 09 May 2026, 11:45

On Saturday, 9 May 2026 at 12:45, a Coastguard Helicopter departed from English Channel to English Channel. It was the Coastguard Helicopter with registration number G-RESB. The flight lasted 10 minutes. During that period, the aircraft travelled 9 miles at an average speed of 53 miles per hour at a maximum altitude of 275 feet.

Photo of helicopter: G-RESB
Helicopter: G-RESB

The helicopter G-RESB 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: by Tony Melony

Distance travelled
10 miles
275 feet
dashboard average speed
53 mph
11 minutes
12:45
12:55
Flight tracking overview, altitude and location

Route

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English Channel, 12:55

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English Channel, 12:45