https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/american-airlines-u-turn-seatback-screens-coming-to-all-classes-in-2028Continuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/american-airlines-u-turn-seatback-screens-coming-to-all-classes-in-2028https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/american-airlines-u-turn-seatback-screens-coming-to-all-classes-in-2028#u45357Thu, 20 Aug 2026 02:15:32 +0000American Airlines is reversing its previous strategy by installing seatback screens at every seat across its fleet. This upgrade includes increasing the number of premium seats on narrowbody aircraft and expanding first class cabins. The company is implementing these changes to compete more effectively with Delta and United for premium passengers and to increase profit. The rollout for all classes is expected to be complete by 2028.Why it mattersThe airline previously bet against in-flight screens, favoring personal devices. This shift marks a return to integrated entertainment systems on shor