The first of three Boeing 777-200ERs (extended range) airplanes to enter the fleet of El Al Israel Airlines was unveiled in late January. So reports business correspondent Seth Vogelman. The airline plans to fly the new twinjets on routes between Tel Aviv, Israel, and New York, London and Hong Kong. The 777 is ideally suited for such long-range, non-stop flights and has an impressive schedule reliability rate of more than 99%, the best in its class. El Al's new 777s will feature expanded, upgraded first- and business-class sections, and the latest hi-tech entertainment systems. First class features six seats with full flat recline and privacy dividers. Seats in first and business class will have individual nine-inch video monitors deployed from arm rests, and economy class will have individual seat back monitors. In addition to the delivery celebration, Boeing and El Al announced they are exploring opportunities to expand the region's aviation service capabilities. The two companies have been talking for several months on development of necessary infrastructure to meet the growing need for services in the region.