How long til / will reverse no seatback IFE decision?
Nov 19, 2019, 8:05 am
#228
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I assume the mods can merge these threads. From what I understand (maybe from JonNYC) there's some debate going on (or has gone on) about reversing the decision to rip out IFE from 738s and LAA321s. So far the only mods undertaken have been of older 738s that didn't have AVOD (although did have the old IFE) and LUS321s that do not have IFE/AVOD. Not sure if a decision was ever made.
However, newer narrowbody a/c on order have not been delivered with AVOD. Moreover, even if AA goes back on it's decision to eventually rid the narrowbody fleet of AVOD (other than the LAA 319s) that doesn't mean new a/c or existing a/c will be fitted/retrofitted with AVOD.
However, newer narrowbody a/c on order have not been delivered with AVOD. Moreover, even if AA goes back on it's decision to eventually rid the narrowbody fleet of AVOD (other than the LAA 319s) that doesn't mean new a/c or existing a/c will be fitted/retrofitted with AVOD.
Nov 19, 2019, 9:12 am
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Tides change. I’m BOS based, and AA clearly doesn’t have its heart in expanding BOS having just killed the a321t here, but who knows about the future.
For now, DL has more connections, IFE, greater seat width and pitch, and happier employees generally. But BA WTP and Heathrow transfers are >> AF PE and CDG, which are what keep me around in OW for now — other than a fear of switching. The IFE might be the last straw though.
For now, DL has more connections, IFE, greater seat width and pitch, and happier employees generally. But BA WTP and Heathrow transfers are >> AF PE and CDG, which are what keep me around in OW for now — other than a fear of switching. The IFE might be the last straw though.
Nov 19, 2019, 11:16 am
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I am ok with streaming if
1. AA has tablet holders on seatbacks, as my 738 had from SJU-MIA on Sunday. That was my first time using one and it was very useful
2. AA has WORKING power to power the personal devices for streaming video. I recently flew DFW-SJU-MIA-DFW. All 3 of these planes had power ports of some kind (either USB or AC), and none of them worked, at least not in my seat (MCE)
1. AA has tablet holders on seatbacks, as my 738 had from SJU-MIA on Sunday. That was my first time using one and it was very useful
2. AA has WORKING power to power the personal devices for streaming video. I recently flew DFW-SJU-MIA-DFW. All 3 of these planes had power ports of some kind (either USB or AC), and none of them worked, at least not in my seat (MCE)
Nov 20, 2019, 9:27 pm
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I strongly prefer seat back screens. Frees up personal space and I don't have to fumble around with an iPad during meal service. I also find it annoying that I have to be sure to charge my iPad as not all planes have power outlets. Anytime I get an AA survey I am always sure to ding them on the removal of screens and reduced oasis legroom.
Nov 21, 2019, 9:22 am
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I sure won’t be lobbying for a reinstatement of seat back IFE. Am I the only one here who has ever had someone behind them pounding relentlessly playing some stupid video game on an IFE touch screen in their seat back? I recall these mostly on LUS planes in Economy. I can’t decide which was worse - a kid kicking the seat back or an adult playing a video game. Good riddance!
Dec 16, 2020, 3:31 pm
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On the topic of entertainment onboard....when did AA remove Nexos and Celebrated Living (F/J Class) magazines from the planes? It’s now only American Way with a section inside in Spanish copying what Delta Sky did before it got yanked completely.
Apr 16, 2021, 6:50 pm
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United reinstalling seat back videohttps://viewfromthewing.com/united-a...lder-aircraft/
Apr 16, 2021, 7:56 pm
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I prefer the seatback screen. I don't like watching things on my iPhone (even with the tablet holders) and I also don't like using my laptop because it wastes the space the tray table and I can't multitask in flight. Contrary to common complaints, modern touchscreen technology detects body heat rather than actually movement/motion, so you really don't feel the tapping on your seatback like you used to.
Anyways, if this is true, I view this as an offensive tactic against AA-a tactic that pushes AA closer to the likes of NK/F9, especially considering AA still hasn't announced a return to inflight service in Y.
Kirby likely knows that AA is too far into the Oasis/Kodiak project to reverse course now with all 738s completed.
Anyways, if this is true, I view this as an offensive tactic against AA-a tactic that pushes AA closer to the likes of NK/F9, especially considering AA still hasn't announced a return to inflight service in Y.
Kirby likely knows that AA is too far into the Oasis/Kodiak project to reverse course now with all 738s completed.
Last edited by CLT; Apr 16, 2021 at 9:31 pm
Apr 16, 2021, 10:16 pm
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I’d feel confident enough to put money on it coming back at this point if United is truly putting it back on board. If AA doesn’t bring it back it’s be a pretty noticeable difference where they’d be uncompetitive.
Apr 16, 2021, 10:32 pm
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Thats assuming that AA cares, which I don’t think they do.