Police Helicopter to North Weald Bassett, Canes Lane

Wednesday, 14 October 2026 | 16:48 | From Thornwood Common

Flight route Police Helicopter Thornwood Common - North Weald Bassett, 14 October 2026, 15:48

On Wednesday, 14 October 2026 at 16:48, a Police Helicopter departed from Thornwood Common to North Weald Bassett. It was the Police Helicopter with registration number G-POLD. The flight lasted 2 minutes. During that period, the aircraft travelled 3 miles at an average speed of 77 miles per hour at a maximum altitude of 500 feet.

Photo of helicopter: G-POLD
Helicopter: G-POLD

The helicopter G-POLD is used by the British police. The helicopter is deployed in pursuits, missing persons cases and other incidents where a helicopter provides added value.

Photo: Alec Wilson

Distance travelled
3 miles
500 feet
dashboard average speed
77 mph
3 minutes
16:48
16:51
Flight tracking overview, altitude and location

Route

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Canes Lane, Essex16:51

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North Weald Bassett, Essex16:49

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Upland Road, Essex16:48