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    Pittsburgh Light Rail Upgrades Kicking Off

    In the coming years several infrastructure projects coming. Definitely needed as the subway and Red Line are long in the tooth. Unfortunately this series of projects will cause disruptions over the next few years. But, the work is needed. They're also in early stages of planning rail car...
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    VIA Rail Maintenance Facility Tour

    Fascinating video of a tour of VIA's Montreal maintenance facility. Exclusively a look at work on the Budd cars and an explanation of the critical need for fleet replacement.
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    Fascinating Interview with Stephen Gardner

    Unquestionably the most in-depth story and interview I've seen with Amtrak's CEO. Gives him a bit of depth and personality, which I am sure was the purpose. https://www.washingtonian.com/2024/03/08/a-dc-indie-rock-musician-is-now-ceo-of-amtrak/
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    Canadian Trip Off Season: Fall or Spring

    Really want to take the Canadian in the next year, probably westbound. Most interested in travelling low season due to cost (will go Sleeper Class) and getting full access to the Park car. My question: is it better to travel in the fall (after Oct. 31) or in the spring (before April 22)? My...
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    Best Vintage Rides in East

    Where are the best places in the Eastern US to experience riding the rails in vintage 1940s and 50s rolling stock that is pretty much in its original configuration? Ideally somewhat accessible by intercity rail or other modes. I'm not talking about stock that is refurbished to modern standards...
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    Western Pennsylvania Model Railroad Museum

    Went to this amazing display today. It's only open to the public two months a year, mid November to mid January. I marvel at the detail in this layout. It's a look at the B&O and Western Maryland railroads from the 1940s and 50s between Pittsburgh and Cumberland, Maryland. I am sorry I did not...
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    New York MTA facts from CNN

    This random story appeared in CNN.com. Interesting stuff. From CNN: Metropolitan Transportation Authority Fast Facts Metropolitan Transportation Authority Fast Facts https://www.cnn.com/2013/10/31/us/mta-new-york-city-transit-fast-facts
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    SEPTA Joyriding

    Gonna be in Philadelphia this weekend and wanted to take a SEPTA joyride. I haven't done this in several years and wonder how "safe" it is to ride the Market-Frankford line to 69th St in the early evening and what are the best trolley lines to ride nowadays. Not too many years ago I was fairly...
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    CNBC story on Rail investment in the U.S.

    A catch-all for passenger rail investment in U.S. focusing on Siemens and Alstom. A good 18 minute, deep dive look. https://www.cnbc.com/2023/07/11/siemens-and-alstom-anticipate-passenger-rail-boom-in-the-us.html
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    Interesting article on private rail cars

    I'm no expert, but this story from the wealth publication The Robb Report, via Yahoo News, is a quick and interesting read. https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/1-million-buy-own-private-130000147.html
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    Mechanical Solari Board to return to Philadelphia 30th Street Station

    Before everyone gets giddy, it will be non-functioning. I still don't know why they couldn't still have this in working order as well as the modern accessible models. Nevertheless... https://billypenn.com/2022/12/05/amtrak-flipboard-philadelphia-30th-street-station-solari-historic-display/
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    Churchill Service

    The larest addition to my growing bucket list is a trip to see the polar bears in Churchill. If I am hearing right, prime time for that is October-November. What is that train's usual consist these days? It appears that before the service interruption a few years ago and the pandemic it included...
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    This is new...a call back correction

    I wanted to make a minor change to an existing reservation and I don't trust myself enough to make that change online without messing it up, so I called AGR. After waiting on hold the seemingly requisite half hour after opening at 8, I spoke to an agent who frankly didn't seem to have her act...
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    Amtrak OBS shortage and salary

    Not sure if this belongs here or elsewhere, but this was an informative story. Edit: replaced WTOP story with Trains article which is more informative. https://www.trains.com/trn/news-reviews/news-wire/amtrak-plans-hiring-events-in-push-to-fill-job-vacancies/
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    Surprised this headline wasn't: Amtrak bridge strikes tractor-trailer.

    https://www.fox29.com/news/tractor-trailer-strikes-gets-stuck-under-a-delaware-county-amtrak-bridge
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    Pittsburgh - New York round trip 8/6 to 8/7 2022

    My reports follow a different flow: Just a series of stream of consciouness bullet points, musings and questions that I hope break it into smaller, more palatable bites. Decided to take a weekend jaunt to New York on the Pennsylvanian, which I have thoroughly enjoyed many times over the years...
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    Missing a stop

    This came to mind for no particular reason. I'm curious if anyone has ever witnessed a passenger missing a stop because of somehow not hearing announcements or misunderstanding directions from crew as to what door to use at stations were not all doors open. Can't imagine how horrifying that...
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    Very Good Opinion Piece on Airline Struggles

    Probably behind the paywall, but if you can access it, good opinion piece in the Washington Post on the airlines' struggles with service amid rising patronage and profits.
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    LIRR Ride

    Going to be in NY this weekend and want to take a ride on the LIRR which I have never done before. Would be either Friday or Saturday, both early evenings. Any suggestions on which lines to ride and how far out to go for a good sense of the territory, with a stopover for dinner near the station...
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    Capitol Limited: Fall Travel

    I tried to reserve a roomette for a one way trip from Pittbsurgh to St. Paul in late September and much to my surprise, sleepers are sold out, even mid-week. I was offered the H room and tentatively booked it, though I feel a bit reticent because I don't have special needs and hate to think I...
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