Factory New Boeing 777 Cargo Delivery Flight - Silk Way West

I visited Boeing factory in Everett, WA and got on the delivery flight of a brand new 777 Freighter of Silk Way West Airlines. In this vlog, I documented the Boeing delivery flight details onboard the world’s largest twin-engine freighter, the Boeing 777F.
The delivery flight started with dispatch inside the Boeing delivery center, with pilot briefing on weather and routing. I went onboard the brand new 777 cargo plane, discovering the massive cargo hold with 105 tons of cargo capacity. In front, there are 4 seats for supernumerary, a small galley, and crew bunk. It was different, no cockpit door, no flight attendant here to serve you…
Flight time from Everett/Paine Field to Baku was 13 hours and 5 minutes with 4 pilots onboard including a Boeing training captain. We were treated to a full moon rising not long after takeoff. As the sky got darker gradually, we were treated to another phenomenon, the northern light! It was beyond words.
During the flight, I chatted with the flight engineer about configuration and their work before delivery. Their work actually started 1 year ago before the plane was built! The pilot told me the new airplane needed to activate Reduced Vertical Separation Minimum (RVSM) in order to fly in the busy airspace. Silk Way’s B777F also needs to acquire ETOPS 180 minutes approval since the airline was only operating 4 engine B747. Before landing, I share about how to get on a delivery flight.

[@RoodeMenon]

Most of us can only dream of seeing the Northern Lights. Sam here saw them during a full moon and through the cockpit windows of a brand new Boeing 777.

[@SamChui]

Extremely lucky, also just my 2nd time seeing the Northern light!

[@yan24to]

I saw them on a flight in a Royal air force, Nimrod up near Norway in 1979.I wasn't flying I was a passenger on a free flight ✈️

[@carlwiese8175]

As a kid I was able to take a tour of the factory there at Boeing field. It was an amazing experience, one more than 20 years later is a highlight of my childhood.

[@kid319009]

What a privilege to watch the inaugural flight of an engineering marvel. Always amazed at aviation and how lucky we are to have it.

[@thecouchsamurai8429]

It was amazing seeing that line of 777X's at the start. Can't wait to see them flying in a few years time!

[@SamChui]

Yes indeed! In fact there are no more passenger 777 classic model being built anymore...

[@mscheuring70]

Great video Sam! Thanks for taking us along.

[@tidus1ph]

Being a pilot and seeing the northern lights is such a dream. 😀

[@dicksonchuchu3255]

Boeing 777 is the best aircraft,big love from Kenya EastAfrica,we really appreciate you

[@benzeeable1]

Boeing is a company like no other. They care about their customers and people. They treat everyone like family and wants the best for everyone. People make mistakes but that’s what defines us as humans and Boeing and it’s people are always learning and trying to improve. That’s what’s makes Boeing unique.

[@johndrake2147]

The 777 is a bit of an unsung hero, that rarely gets the attention it deserves.

[@robloxveterans882]

100% agree 2nd best aircraft Boeings ever built

[@fatrat6988]

@@robloxveterans882what’s first?

[@robloxveterans882]

@@fatrat6988 747

[@lululenox]

@@fatrat6988 i imagine it's the iconic queen of the skies have to take first spot ;)

[@brahmincalgary9239]

Awesome video Sam as always! Thanks for making them! Really enjoy watching your channel!

[@MG-pw7jp]

Love Boeing always. Thanks Sam for providing us with such an informational update on Boeing and their progress to recover.

[@Cynsham]

Great video as always, Sam. Love the 777 and all of its variants, can't wait to see those 777X's certified, delivered and flying in the future.

[@johnkeller441]

Sam, that was the best of the best!! Great explanations from the crew (all of them) with accompanying visuals at the assembly factory. Excellent job of explaining RVSM to the non-aviation viewers. I have done several RVSM certification flights in the USA in jets and turboprops. very accurate explanation of ETOPS to the aviation enthusiast. Some aviation personnel jokingly say it means, "Engines Turn or People Swim." The airplane will be a great asset to Silkway and their business model. Thank you for bringing this delivery flight to our attention.

[@n1msu]

Judging from what the engineer said, this 777 was ordered and delivered only a year or so after ordering, that's rapid! Some cars take longer to build! (due to waiting lists of course; I know that)

[@SamChui]

Boeing is selling production slot on their airplane, so customer airlines buy a slot, then configure before Boeing start building it.

[@n1msu]

Ah thanks Sam! Is this because there isn't a waiting list for new 777f or can an airline pay extra to get a plane put straight into production@@SamChui? I don't expect Sam to answer but does anybody else know if Sam doesn't reply?

[@Bill_N_ATX]

⁠@@n1msuAirlines have been known to trade production slots. In addition, slots become open because an airline might want to delay its delivery for many reasons. Like cashflow. Finally, the speed of production can change by the manufacturer increasing shifts, workers, etc. it’s a dance to make it all match up and get maximum efficiency and profit.

[@stephenbardzilowski6618]

Sam, I always love your videos! I really appreciate the copilot checking on paper his measurements rather than solely on his iPad. Co- pilot needs to be commended for hi level of safety & proficiency.

[@SamChui]

Thanks for your support as always!

[@awesomeadamfrom2099]

Awesome vlog sam with 10/10 score.

[@AviXation]

The Ge90 engines are truly amazing!

[@flyingfoxaviation6398]

6:34 yeah the GE-90-155B is a exelent engine for the 777F, 777-200LR & 777-300ER.

[@AviXation]

@@flyingfoxaviation6398 The GE9X that the 777x will have is just 🥶

[@handymatt1970]

Thanks Sam. This one was crammed with special moments, tech and incredible Silk Way & Boeing staff.

[@lucky12keys]

Thank you Sam, as a resident of the area. I love how you captured your time here. Thank you!!

[@DennisBunnikTravels]

What a cool experience! Great video Sam.

[@SamChui]

Thanks Dennis, appreciate your comment.

[@jefesman]

Excellent video! Could not script that flight and the special experiences any better. Such a privilege to be one of the very few that can go along for the ride. Thank you for taking us along with you Sam! Bravo!!!!!

[@frankjandreau8316]

Great video Sam. Fairly new viewer here. Your passion for aviation is amazing!! Please keep the videos coming!!

[@arshad8170]

What an amazing machine. Excellent video! Thank you for posting.

[@SonamKingA330]

Great video sam. Its so nice to finally see how my favorite plane in the world is delivered!

[@atiku_7776]

Very amazing Silkway 777 Freighter, first time seeing a Silkway 777F and the Pilots looks like those that Flew on the Silkway 747-8Fs flying the 777F.

[@SamChui]

Yes indeed, SIlkway is training 747 pilots onto the 5 B777F they ordered.

[@nscalewunderland]

Best aviation channel / content hands down. Thank you Sam for another amazing video! You never let us down … everything you create is truly interesting, well done, positive, and educational. And what a treat with the northern lights on this flight! Thank you for sharing this experience!

[@Nooticus]

agreed ^

[@SamChui]

Thank you, I really appreciate this.

[@CubeCollector]

Love the video as always Sam :)

[@craigbenjamin]

Sam, I think this is one of my favorite behind the scene vlogs you have provided. I remember working on the 777 back in the early 90's on the design build teams. Great to see how this model has evolved over the years to meet the customers demands.

[@wimkok5046]

Amazing! Thank you very much for sharing with us.

[@keirra5096]

😊😊 amazing 777 ❤ the lights were cool to see great video Sam 🩵

[@JamesDally]

Thanks Sam for another wonderful informative video!! Cheers.

[@B-aviation]

Incredible video,its amazing what these talented people do,creating ,maintaining and operating these amazing aircraft.Its humbling to see what happens behind the scenes because usually we only see the finished product,which we do take for granted I hate to say.Thank you Sam for the work that you do and all the dedicated people involved in the cargo industry which makes all of our lives better!

[@sergioc.6882]

Amazing video, Congrats Sam

[@ronaldcuieii8639]

That was sharp very very nice. Please keep coming out with more vlogs!!

[@thereissomecoolstuff]

What’s interesting is Boeing provides a full tank of fuel on delivery just like a new car.

[@terryterry1655]

I asked for full tank on my PA28-161 too wen taking delivery in Spore.

[@user-oc8oi2vi3c]

woahhh u have a plane in singapore?@@terryterry1655

[@-DC-]

And Floor Mats.

[@Cynsham]

It's all part of creating a good relationship with the customer. This is Silkway's first ever 777F so Boeing probably wanted to do a little extra to incentivize them to purchase more Aircraft

[@frimmbits]

Based on today's fuel prices, Boeing must be rethinking this 😁😁

[@trevorgwelch7412]

I really thought SAM would have been given the controls for a few minutes . 😊 ✨✈️

[@vipergts2909]

Great video Sam!

[@LMays-cu2hp]

Thank you for sharing your flight here. Very nice.

[@TheRareVideosXL]

Fantastic content as always.

[@mughalbaig1149]

Amazing Video Sam

[@rogerrees9845]

Thank you, another great video Sam... Another Sam special, what a remarkable aircraft... I always look forward to seeing these videos and can't wait for the next one... Roger.... Pembrokeshire UK

[@ThemeParksAndAttractions]

Love the 777 Great vlog Sam 😀

[@45searay]

Another awesome video by Sam…❤

[@supericeman1]

this is flipping awesome!!!!! So happy for you Sam! I was at the boeing factory last year, it was so awesome!

[@SamChui]

Thank you. Special flight makes great memory to treasure!

[@RuiPlaneSpotter]

Fantastic video my friend ❤✈️

[@raisa_cherry33]

Thank you Sam for taking us along,it was extremely enjoyable to watch 😍

[@ruliyansyah890]

thanks for great video sam,am really like delivery flight from factory to customer ❤

[@nurrizadjatmiko21]

Just like the Boeing 747, the Boeing 777 is also one of my favorite aircraft and a beautiful aircraft in my opinion. I remember spotting a Boeing 777 takeoff from Jakarta and my god it was awesome. I think the Boeing 777 is not just one of the most automated commercial aircraft in the world, but also the biggest twin engine aircraft ever made and has a perfect safety record.

[@SamChui]

Yep, agree. 777 is such a workhorse and deserves huge credit.

[@StruggleBusSimulation]

Love your videos Sam!

[@dougberry1011]

Great video Sam. Envy you for a flight like this. No passengers, just a small crew. Looks like the 777 will take over from the 747 for freighters.

[@nurseydebdeb8539]

Really enjoyed this video because a lot of the Boeing airplanes start here in the air capital, Wichita. Our Boeing builds a lot of the fuelslages then they get sent often by train northwest to Seattle for completion. We also have spirit, Cessna, beechcraft. And another one that has slip my mind. The presidents planes come her to be serviced. The Harrison Ford flies here routinely to get his plane serviced. The big treat which I think you would really like is our diamond here in Wichita and that is DOC a B 29 bomber from ww2 fully restored. The bonus is you can take her up for a ride. Pretty amazing huh. If you ever make it here would love to meet you and say hello.

[@yuchen_zhong]

Wow! I am very excited to watch the special flight.

[@user-of5lw4oy3c]

Nice work. Enjoyed watching.

[@excellentpatrick5063]

Amazing Video as always and the b777 is awesome.✈️✈️

[@LightningKingLord]

EYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY THE TRIPLE 7 IS ALWAYS THE BEST

[@visitcity.travel]

Wow, this is such a fascinating experience, Sam! 🛫 I really enjoyed following you on this unique journey aboard the brand new Boeing 777 Freighter of Silk Way West Airlines. It's incredible to see the inner workings of such a massive cargo plane, and the details you provided throughout the flight were truly informative. The views of the full moon and the northern lights were breathtaking! ✨ It's also amazing to learn about the preparations and approvals required for a flight like this. Your content is always so engaging and educational. Keep up the great work, Sam! I can't wait to see more exciting aviation adventures on your channel. 👏

[@lawrenceakini4981]

Thanks for this vlog. Wow. Fly and stay safe. Cheers.

[@ElectricPics]

Fabulous video. The 777 is a truly iconic aircraft. I was at the Paris airshow for the launch of the -300 way back in 1995.

[@EatCodeTravel]

GE-90 sound has separate fan base Love it ❤

[@BigSomethingBrain]

What a beautiful expansive Slik Way 777F😊

[@nickdean1364]

I was right there at the end of 34L standing on a ladder shooting the delivery, I was hoping to see myself in the video, departure pictures are posted on Flickr!

[@skullcrusher8221]

This Cargo videos are really interesting.... we want more cargo videos... and thanks for sharing with us❤

[@glennkennedy441]

Fascinating !

[@budimpla]

Excellent, as usual.

[@crew-dog2668]

Great video!

[@joe-vl3nd]

Great life Sam you Lucky B👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@Alibeyov]

Thank you for sharing with us this journey. Miss my Baku.

[@idawan09]

My favorite always the video on delivery flights...keep it up

[@ianjunitedk]

Wow, fascinating video, thank you for sharing:)

[@manjulikumari1776]

You make such a good videos

[@abbasobaidi2555]

so nice sam to be on cargo planes also , other than only on passengers airplanes , for breaking down routines , very nice video

[@stevenwest000]

Wow your channel is doing pretty well. Congratulations

[@KreatandZonalwolf2]

that 777x line up is amazing

[@azizjonumarov1979]

Congratulations. B777 is really nice aircraft.

[@jdaz5462]

Both captains had a huge sigh of relief when they landed! (as if they were nervous)

[@jorgesoaresgeral]

Nice video! Thanks!

[@jimbo8888]

What a beautiful machine

[@Nelson.P20]

What a beautiful airline

[@Legendaryarche]

Wow all those new 777Xs lined up looks so cool

[@jayveeangeles1965]

What a good experience it felt like on board on the airplane while watching at my sofa. Thanks for good video

[@Emirates_A380]

Sam What a machine Thanks Sam🙌

[@afniko4054]

Had a great chance to be inside of the VP-BMG at HHN. Awesome new aircraft with full of cargo!

[@sameeradesilva7972]

Wonderful experience ❤

[@ajayagarwal_02]

Mind-blowing ❤️🥰

[@AaronHarberg]

Thank you Sam! what a great surprise

[@Kurt_Outdoors]

Very interesting! Thanks!

[@KamilWborodo]

The best "Case Study" video I've ever seen :)

[@frimmbits]

GE-90 engine sound ❤️

[@XavierTheRapper]

So awesome!!!

[@user-oc8oi2vi3c]

i love ur videos :)

[@damonjohnson8248]

So cool! I just saw that aircraft parked at Boeing Everett.

[@richardwilliam7140]

Seeing the northern lights is one of my biggest life time dream. Hope I could see it one day❤

[@joelhinkson4503]

Gotta love a 777!

[@user-yn8dk3tf6g]

I love your videos

[@stradivarioushardhiantz5179]

Northern lights + full moon

[@p0059]

you are the best sam, love all you video ,i love flying like you🙏❤🛫✈✈✈✈✈✈✈

[@whatthe972]

I have just gotten in to aviation like 2 weeks ago and i already like this person :)

[@mahmoodsoleja9068]

Very nice ! ✈️👍

[@realitywinner7582]

Excellent- God Bless - from Ireland ! 🙂

[@6953zulula]

Nice video!