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Silk Way West Airlines receives fourth Boeing 777F

Silk Way West Airlines has taken delivery of its fourth Boeing 777 Freighter, marking another step forward in the airline’s ongoing fleet renewal programme.

Arriving in Baku following a direct flight from Seattle, the aircraft is the fourth of six Boeing 777 Freighters ordered by Silk Way West Airlines, reaffirming the company’s steady execution of its strategic fleet development plans.

As part of this renewal strategy, the airline has phased out two Boeing 747-400 Freighters, further optimising fleet efficiency and performance.

The delivery of the remaining two Boeing 777Fs  is expected in 2027, which will mark the completion of the first phase of Silk Way West Airlines’ fleet renewal programme.

Wolfgang Meier, president of Silk Way West Airlines, said: “The delivery of our fourth Boeing 777 Freighter demonstrates our disciplined approach to fleet renewal and our ability to deliver on long-term strategic commitments.

“By transitioning away from older aircraft and introducing next-generation freighters, we are strengthening our operational performance, supporting sustainability objectives, and laying a solid foundation for the next phase of fleet modernisation.”

The Boeing 777F is among the most advanced cargo aircraft in operation, combining long-range capability with high payload performance and improved fuel efficiency. Its integration into the fleet supports Silk Way West Airlines’ focus on operational excellence, reliability, and future-oriented growth.

With this delivery, Silk Way West Airlines’ total fleet now stands at 12 aircraft.

Beginning in 2028, the airline will launch the second phase of its fleet modernisation programme, which foresees the delivery of four Airbus A350 Freighters and four Boeing 777-8 Freighters.

In addition to replacing older aircraft, this phase will support capacity growth, allowing Silk Way West Airlines to expand its operations while maintaining a modern and efficient fleet. This phase is planned to be completed by 2030, by which time the airline’s total fleet is expected to reach 20 widebody aircraft.

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