Airlines · Thursday, 20 August 2026
American Airlines to add seatback screens to narrowbody fleet
American Airlines plans to reintroduce seatback entertainment screens across its narrowbody fleet as part of a broader premium cabin upgrade.
TL;DR
The carrier will retrofit existing aircraft and equip new deliveries with seatback screens, USB-C charging, and Bluetooth connectivity, while also increasing premium seating capacity. The move marks a reversal of a previous cost-cutting strategy and aims to improve American's competitive position against rivals like Delta and United in the premium market.
Aerospace Global News19 Aug, 18:02 BST
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