Coastguard Helicopter to English Channel

Saturday, 16 May 2026 | 15:28 | From English Channel

Flight route Coastguard Helicopter English Channel - English Channel, 16 May 2026, 14:28

On Saturday, 16 May 2026 at 15:28, a Coastguard Helicopter departed from English Channel to English Channel. It was the Coastguard Helicopter with registration number G-RESF. The flight lasted 18 minutes. During that period, the aircraft travelled 20 miles at an average speed of 65 miles per hour at a maximum altitude of 475 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
20 miles
475 feet
dashboard average speed
65 mph
19 minutes
15:28
15:46
Flight tracking overview, altitude and location

Route

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English Channel, 15:46

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English Channel, 15:28