Coastguard Helicopter to English Channel

Saturday, 4 July 2026 | 21:56 | From Minnis Bay

Flight route Coastguard Helicopter Minnis Bay - English Channel, 04 July 2026, 20:56

On Saturday, 4 July 2026 at 21:56, a Coastguard Helicopter departed from Minnis Bay to English Channel. It was the Coastguard Helicopter with registration number G-RESA. The flight lasted 52 minutes. During that period, the aircraft travelled 169 miles at an average speed of 196 miles per hour at a maximum altitude of 575 feet.

Photo of helicopter: G-RESA
Helicopter: G-RESA

The helicopter G-RESA 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
169 miles
575 feet
dashboard average speed
196 mph
52 minutes
21:56
22:48
Flight tracking overview, altitude and location

Route

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English Channel, 22:48

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English Channel, 22:08

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English Channel22:00

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Stubbington, Hampshire22:00

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Solent Airport, Gosport, Hampshire21:57

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Minnis Bay, Kent21:56