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American Airlines Evaluates Return of Seatback Screens Amidst Wi-Fi Talks

American Airlines is considering reintroducing seatback screens on its narrow-body aircraft, with a decision potentially coming next month. This move is part of a broader upgrade in in-flight entertainment and Wi-Fi services, with discussions underway with SpaceX's Starlink and Amazon for Wi-Fi solutions. The airline operates over 790 narrow-body Boeing and Airbus jets, with an additional 280 currently on order. The pressure from competitors like Delta and United necessitates these enhancements as they have already invested in similar technological upgrades.