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This dumb plastic thing made my day

By Séamus Bellamy

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Mar 21, 2025
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A piece of plastic in the back of an airplane seat. I won't say more as it'll ruin the surprise.

I recently booked an economy seat with American Airlines (don't do it) and was surprised to find that there wasn't a lick of chair-back entertainment. Was I surprised? No. Aggravated? Yes. I need something to distract me from the urge to mess with the people …

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