American Airlines AA5243 Flight Status
According to real-time data from Trip.com, flight AA5243, operated by American Airlines and scheduled to fly from Washington D.C. (DCA to Buffalo (BUF), has been cancelled. Please contact the airline or airport counter for the latest information.
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Canceled
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1h 23m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
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Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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AA5243 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the AA5243 flight flying from Washington D.C. to Buffalo on 10/31/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Bombardier Regional Jet 900. This aircraft has been in service for 9y. The aircraft is equipped with 76 seats.
Bombardier Regional Jet 900
Punctuality (Departure)
47
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
74
%
Late on average
11 minutes
Age
9y
Seats
76
Flight Distance
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Economy
Premium Economy
First
In-Flight Services
None
Entertainment available, please bring your own device
Wi-Fi is available
No power outlets are available
Seat Information
79 cm
More legroom than on 43% of flights
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Seat width
100°
Reclining Angle
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Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
None
Entertainment available, please bring your own device
Wi-Fi is available
No power outlets are available
Seat Information
89 cm
More legroom than on 71% of flights
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Seat width
100°
Reclining Angle
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Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
None
Entertainment available, please bring your own device
Wi-Fi is available
No power outlets are available
Seat Information
94 cm
Legroom
50 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
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Seat layout example
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AA5243 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of AA5243 is 47% (Late on average 43 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 74% (Late on average 11 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
47
%
Late on average
43 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
47
%
30 mins late
21
%
60 mins late
21
%
90 mins late
11
%
Canceled
5
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
74
%
Late on average
11 minutes
Early
47
%
On time
26
%
30 mins late
16
%
60 mins late
5
%
90 mins late
5
%
Canceled
5
%
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current status of flight aa5243?
Flight aa5243 has been canceled (status: Canceled). Contact American Airlines or your booking channel for rebooking or refund (updated Oct 31, 2026).Is flight aa5243 on time today?
Flight aa5243 has been canceled (status: Canceled). Contact American Airlines or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options; if booked on Trip.com, use Manage Booking.What route does flight aa5243 fly?
Flight aa5243 is operated by American Airlines from Washington D.C. (DCA) to Buffalo (BUF). Typical flight time is about 1 hour23 minutes; operating days may include Saturday.How can I check real-time status for flight aa5243?
Track flight aa5243 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 aa5243 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If aa5243 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Canceled, updated Oct 31, 2026). Contact American Airlines or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options, and check Trip.com Manage Booking if you booked on Trip.com.Has flight aa5243 departed from Washington D.C.?
Flight aa5243 has been canceled and did not depart from Washington D.C. (DCA). Contact American Airlines or your booking channel for next steps.
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