Originally Posted by
st1575
FlightStats has some historical information, but you need a free account to access it. Then choose Tools -> Historical Flight Status and fill in the flight information.
For the flight in question, it left the gate in MAD at 00:38 after a 43-minute delay; the runway departure was at 00:52.
i signed up for the free account but the historical data check is locked (padlock image) and cant find tools link. Grateful for a) where I can find data (6 years) on free subscription or b) if you are able to provide actual take off time for flight EK 012 (Emirates) due to depart London Gatwick 24 December 2012 at 9:45 with arrival in Dubai 20;30. Emirates say that Air Traffic Control forced them to delay the flight so will not pay delay compensation. Regards