"We are pleased that Silk Way Airlines has selected the 747-8 Freighters to serve some of the world's high growth markets," said Marty Bentrott, vice president for Sales, Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Middle East, Russia, and Central Asia. "The addition of the new Boeing 747-8 Freighters will enable Silk Way Airlines to expand its operations and help the government achieve its objective."
The new 747-8 Freighter gives cargo operators the lowest operating costs and best economics of any large freighter airplane while providing enhanced environmental performance. To date, Boeing has delivered 36 747-8 Freighters. Silk Way Airlines currently operates Boeing 747-400 Freighters and 767-300 Freighters.