Baku-hubbed Silk Way West Airlines has continued to update its freighter fleet with more modern aircraft after the delivery of a fourth Boeing 777 freighter aircraft.
The brand new Boeing 777 was delivered to Baku directly from the Boeing factory in Seattle and is the fourth of six of the model ordered by Silk Way West.
The remaining two aircraft are due to be delivered next year.
The aircraft is part of the airline’s ongoing fleet renewal programme that has seen the carrier phase out two Boeing 747-400 freighters to optimise fleet efficiency and performance.
The arrival of two more 777s next year will “mark the completion of the first phase of Silk Way West Airlines’ fleet renewal programme”, the airline said in a press release.
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.”
Silk Way West Airlines’ total fleet now stands at 12 aircraft, including four Boeing 777Fs, five Boeing 747-8Fs and three.
Beginning in 2028, the airline said it will launch the second phase of its fleet modernisation programme, which includes the delivery of four Airbus A350 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.”
In line with its fleet expansion, the carrier is also planning to build a new cargo airport in Azerbaijan.
