United Airlines UA978 Flight status
According to real-time data from Trip.com, flight UA978, operated by United Airlines, scheduled to fly from Washington D.C. (IAD) to Edinburgh (EDI), has been cancelled. Please contact the airline or airport counter for the latest information.
Thu, Oct 29
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Canceled
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UA978 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the UA978 flight from Washington D.C. to Edinburgh on 10/30/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Boeing 757-200. This aircraft has been in service for 28y, 11m. The aircraft has Up to 181 seats.
Boeing 757-200
Punctuality (Departure)
70
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
97
%
Early on average
19 minutes
Age
28y, 11m
Seats
Up to 181
Flight Distance
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Economy
Business
Premium Economy
In-Flight Services
Meal included
On-demand entertainment
Wi-Fi is available
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
79 cm
Legroom
--
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
On-demand entertainment
Wi-Fi is available
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
193 cm
Legroom
52 cm
Seat width
180°
Reclining Angle
Fully reclinable
2-2
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
On-demand entertainment
Wi-Fi is available
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
91 cm
Legroom
44 cm
Seat width better than on 50% of flights
135°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
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Flight History for UA978
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| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sun, Oct 18 | Washington D.C. (IAD) | Edinburgh (EDI) | 752 | 22:28 | 10:13 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 19 | Washington D.C. (IAD) | Edinburgh (EDI) | 752 | 22:29 | 09:55 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 20 | Washington D.C. (IAD) | Edinburgh (EDI) | 752 | 22:50 | 10:12 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 21 | Washington D.C. (IAD) | Edinburgh (EDI) | 752 | 22:36 | 10:01 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 22 | Washington D.C. (IAD) | Edinburgh (EDI) | 752 | 23:19 | 10:29 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 23 | Washington D.C. (IAD) | Edinburgh (EDI) | 752 | 22:42 | 10:09 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 29 | Washington D.C. (IAD) | Edinburgh (EDI) | 752 | -- | -- | Canceled |
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UA978 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of UA978 is 70% (Late on average 29 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 97% (Early on average 19 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
70
%
Late on average
29 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
70
%
30 mins late
23
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
97
%
Early on average
19 minutes
Early
93
%
On time
3
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight ua978?
Flight ua978 has been canceled (status: Canceled). Contact United Airlines or your booking channel for rebooking or refund (updated Oct 30, 2026).Is flight ua978 on time today?
Flight ua978 has been canceled (status: Canceled). Contact United Airlines or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options; if booked on Trip.com, use Manage Booking.Has flight ua978 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight ua978 is scheduled to depart at 22:20. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 22:20, and the current status is Canceled (updated Oct 30, 2026).When is flight ua978 scheduled to arrive?
Flight ua978 is scheduled to arrive at 09:30. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 09:30. Status is Canceled as of Oct 30, 2026.How can I check real-time status for flight ua978?
Track flight ua978 on this Trip.com status page for live departure, arrival, gate and baggage updates. For push alerts on the go, open the same flight in the Trip.com App and turn on flight notifications.If flight ua978 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If ua978 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Canceled, updated Oct 30, 2026). Contact United Airlines or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options, and check Trip.com Manage Booking if you booked on Trip.com.Has flight ua978 departed from Washington D.C.?
Flight ua978 has been canceled and did not depart from Washington D.C. (IAD). Contact United Airlines or your booking channel for next steps.What is the seat configuration for flight ua978?
Flight ua978 usually flies a Boeing 757-200 with seat layout 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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