American Airlines AA973 Flight Status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the AA973 flight operated by American Airlines on Oct 25, 2026 is scheduled to fly from New York (JFK) to Rio de Janeiro (GIG). The flight is expected to depart at 11:40 PM (local time in New York, UTC-4) and land at 10:15 AM (local time in Rio de Janeiro, UTC-3) .
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En route
Your flight has departed New York and is expected to arrive in Rio de Janeiro at 10:31 AM.
9h 35m
Check-in Counter
ZONE 2
Boarding Gate
34
Arrival Gate
59
Baggage
3
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
9h 35m
Check-in Counter
ZONE 2
Boarding Gate
45
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
9h 35m
Check-in Counter
ZONE 2
Boarding Gate
12
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
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INMET has issued a weather alert for Rio de Janeiro starting October 25, 2026, at 00:00. Forecasts indicate rainfall between 30–60 mm/h or 50–100 mm/day, intense winds of 60–100 km/h, and hail. Potential impacts include risks of power outages, crop damage, falling trees, and flooding.
AA973 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the AA973 flight flying from New York to Rio de Janeiro on 10/25/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 787-800. This aircraft has been in service for 10y, 10m. The aircraft is equipped with 226 seats.
Boeing 787-800
Punctuality (Departure)
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Punctuality (Arrival)
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Early on average
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Age
10y, 10m
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
--
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
--
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
--
Legroom
53 cm
Seat width
180°
Reclining Angle
Fully reclinable
1-2-1
Seat layout example
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Flight History for AA973
Trip.com historical records show that the last AA973 flight departed on Sat, Oct 24 from JFK at approximately 11:56 PM. This flight is expected to arrrive in GIG at 10:31 AM.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Thu, Oct 1 | Washington D.C. (DCA) | Miami (MIA) | 738 | 5:36 PM | 7:40 PM | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 2 | Washington D.C. (DCA) | Miami (MIA) | 738 | 6:31 PM | 8:35 PM | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 3 | Washington D.C. (DCA) | Miami (MIA) | 738 | 5:53 PM | 8:01 PM | Arrived |
| Sun, Oct 4 | Washington D.C. (DCA) | Miami (MIA) | 738 | 5:42 PM | 8:01 PM | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 24 | New York (JFK) | Rio de Janeiro (GIG) | 788 | 11:56 PM | 10:31 AM | En route |
| Sun, Oct 25 | New York (JFK) | Rio de Janeiro (GIG) | 788 | 11:40 PM | 10:15 AM | Scheduled |
| Mon, Oct 26 | New York (JFK) | Rio de Janeiro (GIG) | 788 | 11:40 PM | 10:15 AM | Scheduled |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current status of flight aa973?
Flight aa973 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 11:40 PM, arrival 10:15 AM (updated Oct 25, 2026).Is flight aa973 on time today?
Flight aa973 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 11:40 PM, with arrival at 10:15 AM. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport.Has flight aa973 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight aa973 is scheduled to depart at 11:40 PM. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 11:40 PM, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Oct 25, 2026).When is flight aa973 scheduled to arrive?
Flight aa973 is scheduled to arrive at 10:15 AM. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 10:15 AM. Status is Scheduled as of Oct 25, 2026.What is the gate information for flight aa973?
For flight aa973, the departure terminal is T8 and the boarding gate is 45. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What route does flight aa973 fly?
Flight aa973 is operated by American Airlines from New York (JFK) to Rio de Janeiro (GIG). Typical flight time is about 9 hours35 minutes; operating days may include Sunday.How can I check real-time status for flight aa973?
Track flight aa973 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 aa973 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If aa973 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Scheduled, updated Oct 25, 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 aa973 departed from New York?
Flight aa973 has not departed from New York (JFK) yet and is currently on schedule for 11:40 PM.What is the seat configuration for flight aa973?
Flight aa973 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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