American Airlines AA8978 Flight Status Today

International flight American Airlines AA8978 takes off from Helsinki (HEL) Finland to Riga (RIX) Latvia. It's operated by American Airlines. The plane leaves Helsinki-Vantaa Airport at 16:30 28 December 2025 Europe/Helsinki. The flight is expected to land at Riga International Airport at 17:40 28 December 2025 Europe/Riga. The flight will last about 1 hours 10 minutes.

Current status of AA8978 is Arrived On time

AA8978 - AAL8978 American Airlines (AA)
HEL Helsinki Finland
Flight HEL to RIX
RIX Riga Latvia
Arrived On time
Departure Helsinki-Vantaa Airport
IATA: HELICAO: EFHK
Scheduled 16:30 28 December 2025
Actual 16:29 28 December 2025
None 31C
Arrival Riga International Airport
IATA: RIXICAO: EVRA
Scheduled 17:40 28 December 2025
Actual 17:28 28 December 2025
None None
AA8978 Detail
  • Type: International Flight
  • Code Shares: BA 6028, JL 6871, QR 6130
  • Flight Duration: 1 hours 10 minutes
  • Flight Distance: 383 kms / 238 miles
Airline
  • American Airlines
  • IATA: AA
  • ICAO: AAL
  • Operating Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Sunday
Passenger Services
  • Service type: Normal passenger
  • Seats: 72
  • Freight capacity: 5 tons
  • Passenger classes: Economy
More Detail
  • Aircraft: ATR 72
  • Callsign: AAL8978
  • Departure Timezone: Europe/Helsinki
  • Arrival Timezone: Europe/Riga
  • Current Time in Helsinki: Sunday 2025-12-28 21:29 PM
  • Current Time in Riga: Sunday 2025-12-28 21:29 PM

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American Airlines Flight AA8978 FAQs

What is the scheduled flight duration for American Airlines AA8978 flight?

On average, nonstop flight takes 1 hour(s) 10 minutes, with the flight distance of 383 km (238 miles).

What is the current status of American Airlines AA8978 flight?

The current status of flight American Airlines AA8978 is Arrived On time.

What type of aircraft is used for the American Airlines AA8978 flight?

All American Airlines AA8978 flights are operated using ATR 72 aircraft.

How many American Airlines AA8978 flights are operated a week?

6 flights per week. The Flight American Airlines AA8978 is operated on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Sunday.