American Airlines
AA278 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the AA278 flight operated by American Airlines on Oct 9, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Philadelphia (PHL) to Edinburgh (EDI). The flight is expected to depart at 19:50 (local time in Philadelphia, UTC-4) and arrive at 07:50 (local time in Edinburgh, UTC+1) .
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
7h
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
A21
Arrival Gate
4
Baggage
2
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
7h
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AA278 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the AA278 flight from Philadelphia to Edinburgh on 10/9/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Boeing 787-800. This aircraft has been in service for 3y, 5m. The aircraft has 226 seats.
Boeing 787-800
Punctuality (Departure)
73
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
90
%
Early on average
37 minutes
Age
3y, 5m
Seats
226
Flight Distance
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Economy
Premium Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi (additional charge)
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
79 cm
Legroom
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Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
3-3-3
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi (additional charge)
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
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Legroom
44 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-3-2
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi (additional charge)
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
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Legroom
53 cm
Seat width
180°
Reclining Angle
Fully reclinable
1-2-1
Seat layout example
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Flight History for AA278
Trip.com historical records show that the last AA278 flight departed on Thu, Oct 8 from PHL at approximately 19:50. This flight is expected to arrrive in EDI at 06:37.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sat, Oct 3 | Philadelphia (PHL) | Edinburgh (EDI) | 789 | 20:02 | 06:39 | Arrived |
| Sun, Oct 4 | Philadelphia (PHL) | Edinburgh (EDI) | 788 | 19:50 | 06:37 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 5 | Philadelphia (PHL) | Edinburgh (EDI) | 788 | 20:16 | 06:55 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 6 | Philadelphia (PHL) | Edinburgh (EDI) | 788 | 20:14 | 07:01 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 7 | Philadelphia (PHL) | Edinburgh (EDI) | 788 | 20:11 | 06:51 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 8 | Philadelphia (PHL) | Edinburgh (EDI) | 788 | 19:50 | 06:37 | Scheduled |
| Fri, Oct 9 | Philadelphia (PHL) | Edinburgh (EDI) | 788 | 19:50 | 07:50 | Scheduled |
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AA278 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of AA278 is 73% (Late on average 34 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 90% (Early on average 37 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
73
%
Late on average
34 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
73
%
30 mins late
13
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
10
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
90
%
Early on average
37 minutes
Early
87
%
On time
3
%
30 mins late
7
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight aa278 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 19:50, arrival 07:50 (updated Oct 9, 2026). -
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Flight aa278 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 19:50, with arrival at 07:50. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport. -
Has flight aa278 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight aa278 is scheduled to depart at 19:50. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 19:50, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Oct 9, 2026). -
When is flight aa278 scheduled to arrive?
Flight aa278 is scheduled to arrive at 07:50. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 07:50. Status is Scheduled as of Oct 9, 2026. -
What route does flight aa278 fly?
Flight aa278 is operated by American Airlines from Philadelphia (PHL) to Edinburgh (EDI). Typical flight time is about 7 hours; operating days may include Friday. -
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If flight aa278 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
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What is the seat configuration for flight aa278?
Flight aa278 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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