August 18, 2026 / 10:54 AM CDT / CBS Texas.

American Airlines is officially bringing back built-in seatback entertainment screens, and the company says they're introducing tech-savvy upgrades and adding more premium seats across the fleet.

The Fort Worth -based airline said its new screens, set to roll out in 2028, will feature 4K resolutions and be among the largest displays offered on narrowbody aircraft in North America.