Silk Way West Airlines receives fourth Boeing 777F as part of fleet renewal program
Silk Way West Airlines has taken delivery of its fourth Boeing 777 Freighter, which has arrived in Baku following a direct flight from Seattle. The aircraft is part of the airline’s ongoing fleet renewal program and reflects its consistent progress in modernizing its long-haul cargo fleet.
The newly delivered 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 optimizing fleet efficiency and performance. The delivery of the remaining two Boeing 777F is expected in 2027, which will mark the completion of the first phase of Silk Way West Airlines’ fleet renewal program.
Commenting on the delivery, 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 modernization.”
The Boeing 777 Freighter is among the most advanced cargo aircraft in operation today, 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, reflecting a modernized composition aligned with the airline’s long-term fleet renewal strategy. Beginning in 2028, the airline will launch the second phase of its fleet modernization program, 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 wide-body aircraft.
About Silk Way West Airlines
Founded in 2012 in Baku, at the heart of the Silk Road, Silk Way West Airlines operates hundreds of flights every month across the globe via its fleet of Boeing 777F, 747-8F, and 747-400F aircraft based at Heydar Aliyev International Airport. In line with its commitment to sustainability and efficiency, Silk Way West Airlines plans to renew its fleet with new state-of-the-art aircraft by 2030, including Boeing 777F, Boeing 777-8F, and Airbus A350F to better meet global logistics demands. The airline offers comprehensive cargo services to over 40 global destinations across Europe, the CIS, the Middle East, Asia, and the Americas, managing an annual cargo turnover exceeding 500,000 tons.
