Silk Way Airlines orders two 747-8 freighters

7/12/2013 10:08:11 AM

Boeing and Silk Way Airlines have announced an order for two Boeing 747-8 freighters valued at US$704 million. “Silk Way Airlines’ vision is to be a successful and profitable cargo operator by investing in its fleet and services and continuing to increase its regional and international footprint,” Zaur Akhundov, president, SW Holding, parent company of Silk Way Airlines, said. “The order for two Boeing 747-8 freighters is a move in that direction.” Silk Way Airlines, based in Baku, Azerbaijan, operates Boeing 747-400 and 767-300 freighters. Aircargo World

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