American Airlines to add more premium seats and seatback screens on narrow-body jets starting 2028

American Airlines announced a major upgrade to its narrow-body fleet, increasing premium seating from 25% to 40% and installing seatback entertainment screens on over 800 aircraft starting in 2028. This move aims to attract high-spending travelers and close the profitability gap with competitors Delta and United. The airline is responding to changing customer preferences favoring seatback screens alongside personal devices and high-speed Wi-Fi. The upgrades will be completed in the early 2030s, with new aircraft deliveries also featuring these amenities.