American Airlines AA8979 Flight Status Today

International flight American Airlines AA8979 takes off from Riga (RIX) Latvia to Helsinki (HEL) Finland. It's operated by American Airlines. The plane leaves Riga International Airport at 13:45 27 February 2026 Europe/Riga. The flight is expected to land at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport at 15:00 27 February 2026 Europe/Helsinki. The flight will last about 1 hours 32 minutes.

Current status of AA8979 is Arrived Delayed by 24m

AA8979 - AAL8979 American Airlines (AA)
RIX Riga Latvia
Flight RIX to HEL
HEL Helsinki Finland
Arrived Delayed by 24m
Departure Riga International Airport
IATA: RIXICAO: EVRA
Scheduled 13:45 27 February 2026
Actual 13:52 27 February 2026
None None
Arrival Helsinki-Vantaa Airport
IATA: HELICAO: EFHK
Scheduled 15:00 27 February 2026
Actual 15:24 27 February 2026
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AA8979 Detail
  • Type: International Flight
  • Code Shares: AF 4876, JL 6870, QR 6131
  • Flight Duration: 1 hours 32 minutes
  • Flight Distance: 383 kms / 238 miles
Airline
  • American Airlines
  • IATA: AA
  • ICAO: AAL
  • Operating Days: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Passenger Services
  • Service type: Normal passenger
  • Seats: 72
  • Freight capacity: 5 tons
  • Passenger classes: Economy
More Detail
  • Aircraft: ATR 72
  • Callsign: AAL8979
  • Departure Timezone: Europe/Riga
  • Arrival Timezone: Europe/Helsinki
  • Current Time in Riga: Friday 2026-02-27 18:14 PM
  • Current Time in Helsinki: Friday 2026-02-27 18:14 PM

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American Airlines Flight AA8979 FAQs

What is the scheduled flight duration for American Airlines AA8979 flight?

On average, nonstop flight takes 1 hour(s) 32 minutes, with the flight distance of 383 km (238 miles).

What is the current status of American Airlines AA8979 flight?

The current status of flight American Airlines AA8979 is Arrived Delayed by 24m.

What type of aircraft is used for the American Airlines AA8979 flight?

All American Airlines AA8979 flights are operated using ATR 72 aircraft.

How many American Airlines AA8979 flights are operated a week?

6 flights per week. The Flight American Airlines AA8979 is operated on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday.