American Airlines
AA6971 Flight Status
Based on Trip.com’s real-time data, the AA6971 flight operated by American Airlines on Oct 6, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Pittsburgh (PIT) to London (LHR). The flight is expected to depart at 21:45 (local time in Pittsburgh, UTC-4) and land at 09:20 (local time in London, UTC+1) .
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En route
Your flight has departed Pittsburgh and is expected to arrive in London at 09:41.
7h 20m
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
7h 20m
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
7h 20m
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AA6971 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the AA6971 flight flying from Pittsburgh to London on 10/6/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 787-800. This aircraft has been in service for 7y, 11m. The aircraft is equipped with 214 seats.
Boeing 787-800
Punctuality (Departure)
50
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
83
%
Late on average
3 minutes
Age
7y, 11m
Seats
214
Distance
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Economy
Premium Economy
Business
Onboard Amenities
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Unknown
USB port and power outlet
Seating Plan
79 cm
Legroom
44 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
3-3-3
Seat layout example
Onboard Amenities
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Unknown
USB port and power outlet
Seating Plan
97 cm
Legroom
47 cm
Seat width
145°
Reclining Angle
2-3-2
Seat layout example
Onboard Amenities
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Unknown
USB port and power outlet
Seating Plan
183 cm
Legroom
51 cm
Seat width
180°
Reclining Angle
Fully reclinable
1-2-1
Seat layout example
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Flight History for AA6971
Trip.com historical records show that the last AA6971 flight departed on Mon, Oct 5 from PIT at approximately 22:04. This flight is expected to arrrive in LHR at 09:41.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Type | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
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| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Thu, Oct 1 | Pittsburgh (PIT) | London (LHR) | B78X | 22:07 | 09:40 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 2 | Pittsburgh (PIT) | London (LHR) | 788 | 22:15 | 09:46 | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 3 | Pittsburgh (PIT) | London (LHR) | 788 | 22:22 | 09:40 | Arrived |
| Sun, Oct 4 | Pittsburgh (PIT) | London (LHR) | 788 | 23:06 | 10:26 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 5 | Pittsburgh (PIT) | London (LHR) | 788 | 22:04 | 09:41 | En route |
| Tue, Oct 6 | Pittsburgh (PIT) | London (LHR) | 788 | 21:45 | 09:20 | Scheduled |
| Wed, Oct 7 | Pittsburgh (PIT) | London (LHR) | 788 | 21:45 | 10:05 | Scheduled |
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AA6971 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of AA6971 is 50% (Late on average 43 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 83% (Late on average 3 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
50
%
Late on average
43 minutes
Early
3
%
On time
47
%
30 mins late
27
%
60 mins late
7
%
90 mins late
17
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
83
%
Late on average
3 minutes
Early
53
%
On time
30
%
30 mins late
10
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
0
%
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What is the current status of flight aa6971?
Flight aa6971 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 21:45, arrival 10:05 (updated Oct 6, 2026). -
Is flight aa6971 on time today?
Flight aa6971 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 21:45, with arrival at 10:05. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport. -
Has flight aa6971 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight aa6971 is scheduled to depart at 21:45. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 21:45, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Oct 6, 2026). -
When is flight aa6971 scheduled to arrive?
Flight aa6971 is scheduled to arrive at 10:05. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 09:20. Status is Scheduled as of Oct 6, 2026. -
What route does flight aa6971 fly?
Flight aa6971 is operated by American Airlines from Pittsburgh (PIT) to London (LHR). Typical flight time is about 7 hours20 minutes; operating days may include Tuesday. -
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If flight aa6971 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
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Has flight aa6971 departed from Pittsburgh?
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What is the seat configuration for flight aa6971?
Flight aa6971 usually flies a Boeing 787-800 with seat layout 3-3-3. Layouts can differ by aircraft subtype and cabin product—confirm your seat map in Manage Booking after you purchase.
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