Virgin Atlantic VS6978 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VS6978 flight operated by Virgin Atlantic on Oct 22, 2026, scheduled to fly from Newcastle upon Tyne (NCL) to Amsterdam (AMS), has a change in flight status: the original departure time has been delayed, and the new departure time is 14:45 , with a new arrival time of 16:41 (local time in Amsterdam, UTC+2) . Trip.com will continue to provide the latest updates on this flight.
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 14m late
1h 20m
Check-in Counter
25-28
Boarding Gate
7
Arrival Gate
A8
Baggage
13
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Delayed
Your flight is about 1h late
1h 20m
Check-in Counter
25-28
Boarding Gate
--
Arrival Gate
A8
Baggage
--
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
1h 20m
Check-in Counter
25-28
Boarding Gate
--
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
--
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VS6978 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VS6978 flight from Newcastle upon Tyne to Amsterdam on 10/22/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Embraer 190. This aircraft has been in service for 16y. The aircraft has 92 seats.
Embraer 190
Punctuality (Departure)
60
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
83
%
Late on average
6 minutes
Age
16y
Seats
92
Flight Distance
--
Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
Snacks
In-flight entertainment is unavailable
Wi-Fi is unavailable
Unknown
Seat Information
--
Legroom
43 cm
Seat width
100°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
In-flight entertainment is unavailable
Wi-Fi is unavailable
Unknown
Seat Information
84 cm
Legroom
43 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for VS6978
Trip.com historical records show that the last VS6978 flight departed on Wed, Oct 21 from NCL at approximately 14:16. This flight is expected to arrrive in AMS at 16:19.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sun, Oct 18 | Newcastle upon Tyne (NCL) | Amsterdam (AMS) | E295 | 14:00 | 16:03 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 19 | Newcastle upon Tyne (NCL) | Amsterdam (AMS) | E295 | 14:17 | 16:23 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 20 | Newcastle upon Tyne (NCL) | Amsterdam (AMS) | E295 | 14:16 | 16:16 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 21 | Newcastle upon Tyne (NCL) | Amsterdam (AMS) | E295 | 14:16 | 16:19 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 22 | Newcastle upon Tyne (NCL) | Amsterdam (AMS) | E190 | 14:45 | 16:41 | Delayed |
| Fri, Oct 23 | Newcastle upon Tyne (NCL) | Amsterdam (AMS) | E195 | 13:45 | 15:57 | Scheduled |
| Sat, Oct 24 | Newcastle upon Tyne (NCL) | Amsterdam (AMS) | E195 | 13:45 | 16:05 | Scheduled |
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VS6978 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VS6978 is 60% (Late on average 30 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 83% (Late on average 6 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
60
%
Late on average
30 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
60
%
30 mins late
27
%
60 mins late
10
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
83
%
Late on average
6 minutes
Early
47
%
On time
37
%
30 mins late
13
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight vs6978?
Flight vs6978 is delayed by about 60 minutes (status: Delayed). Latest estimated departure/arrival: 14:45 / 16:41 (updated Oct 22, 2026).Is flight vs6978 on time today?
Flight vs6978 is delayed by about 60 minutes (status: Delayed). The latest estimated departure/arrival times are 14:45 / 16:41. Watch for gate changes.Has flight vs6978 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight vs6978 is scheduled to depart at 13:45. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 14:45, and the current status is Delayed (updated Oct 22, 2026).When is flight vs6978 scheduled to arrive?
Flight vs6978 is scheduled to arrive at 16:05. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 16:41. Status is Delayed as of Oct 22, 2026.What route does flight vs6978 fly?
Flight vs6978 is operated by Virgin Atlantic from Newcastle upon Tyne (NCL) to Amsterdam (AMS). Typical flight time is about 1 hour 20 minutes; operating days may include Thursday.How can I check real-time status for flight vs6978?
Track flight vs6978 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 vs6978 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If vs6978 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Delayed, updated Oct 22, 2026). Contact Virgin Atlantic or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options, and check Trip.com Manage Booking if you booked on Trip.com.Has flight vs6978 departed from Newcastle upon Tyne?
Flight vs6978 has not left Newcastle upon Tyne (NCL) yet and is delayed by about 60 minutes. Latest estimated departure: 14:45.What is the seat configuration for flight vs6978?
Flight vs6978 usually flies a Embraer 190 with seat layout 2-2. Layouts can differ by aircraft subtype and cabin product—confirm your seat map in Manage Booking after you purchase.
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