Seat back attachment on a plane (4)

I believe the answer is:

tray

(Other definitions for tray that I've seen before include "Carrier for crockery etc" , "Informal meal" , "Board for carrying items" , "canteen item" , "Flat surface for carrying things" .)

I've seen this clue in the USA Today.

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