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Colas Railfreight "Grid" Class 56 56113 powers past Bennerley Viaduct near Ilkeston Station working 6C56 Tinsley South Jn to Toton North Yard in the lovely morning sun
Of interesting note, the footbridge in the background i understand is soon to be gone, , opening this scene up possibly more, but will be a sat sight to loose something of LMS heritage
2018 Road Trip to Tuktoyaktuk, NWT via Dempster Highway and the Inuvik-Tuktoyaktuk Highway or ITH (Tuk Highway).
In the early 2000’s Guilford still had enough interesting motive power and operations that you never knew what might pop up on a given day. I spent many a weekends chasing local freight MD-1 on the Madison branch. Guilford’s Madison Branch was the remnants of a Maine Central line that once went as far as Kineo on Moosehead Lake. It was cut back to Bingham in the 30’s before being further cut back to North Anson some years later. In the 80’s the branch was cut back yet again, this time to Madison. For many years, with the Madison Paper Industries paper mill being the only customer, the track conditions continued to deteriorate. Light rail and nothing but gravel and cinder ballast resulted in a 5 mph speed restriction on the entire 20 miles. Eventually a 10 car train length restriction was imposed as somehow more than 10 cars usually resulted in loaded paper cars laying on their sides. In a strange twist, the tracks were put back in service up to North Anson in 2007, but the resurrection was rather short lived as service on the entire line was suspended in late 2013. In this shot the engineer demonstrates just how scary the track is at the Martin Stream Road crossing in Fairfield. The ex B&M GP9 with the creative “OK TO SCRAP” chalked on the sill is classic old school Guilford. There are signs of the beginning of significant track work that was on the horizon with a few ties changed out. Many ties and surfacing of many miles were eventually done, but there simply wasn’t enough traffic to justify the work that really needed to be done.
Fairfield Maine
October 31, 20 something
May 23, 2015 was 'At the Throttle' day at the North Carolina Transportation Museum in Spencer, NC.. I was lucky enough to get a stint operating this fascinating and historic locomotive. One of the 10 happy engineers waving at his friends while operating this wonderful piece of history.
While his conductor and brakeman hit the ground at the SP Lead interchange point, engineer Kevin Garcia looks on from the cab of CCT 1501 at East Miner Avenue in Stockton, CA.
Friday, March 1, 2024, 12:54 PM.
An enthusiastic engineer has his Twin Ports-bound manifest at track speed as it kicks up a ground blizzard while passing the 1 x 1 vehicle train.
On a lovely October day in October, 66425 heads south near Greenholme with 6K27 14:43 Carlisle yard - Crewe Basford Hall engineers 'truck service'. 10/10/18
During the late afternoon of 11th July 2022, Hunslet 0-6-0 saddle tank No.7 'Beatrice' (W/No.2705 built in 1945) works through Embsay station heading a Civil Engineer's train, passing the North Eastern Railway petrol-electric Autocar No.3170.
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JEREZ DE LA FRONTERA, SPAIN - FEB 03: Pirelli engineer on pits on training session on February 03, 2015 in Jerez de la Frontera , Spain
Smart DB Cargo red liveried 66113 eases past Niddrie West Junction operating 6K07 Glenrothes - Millerhill, with 66001 on the rear. This was the third of 5 Sunday morning engineers services.
A view northwards taken from between the platforms at Oberoderwitz in July 1993. The original line to Löbau is visible at the extreme right, with the later route towards Ebersbach out of view behind the building to the left. The engineers’ vehicle is traversing the single line connection between the two routes.
GBRf class 66/7 no. 66729 'Derby County' heads a Civil Engineers' working, 6G40 from Cramlington to Doncaster Belmont, past Copmanthorpe on 30th September 2025.
Not for the first time this year, but still a rare sight these days - a Class 60 on an engineers' train as GB Railfreight's 60076 "Dunbar" pairs up with Class 66, 66771 on a rail drop train for an overnight possession in the Hazel Grove area.
The Brush Traction machine was leading for the return run, powering through Acton Bridge on a crisp and chilly Sunday morning as 6G49 07:38 Stockport Edgeley Junction No 1 to Crewe Basford Hall SSM.
10.7.2022.
The Engineer controlling one of the two huge James Watt Beam Engines at Papplewick Pumping Station.
The view of a rural grade crossing near Mattoon, Illinois, on the former Illinois Central Railroad mainline. The view is from a southbound Illinois Central Gulf intermodal train. (Scanned from Kodak Tri-X negative film)
As soon as Vincent was handed his bowl from the street vendor, he eagerly slid a spoonful of his spicy and delicious chicken curry into his mouth. Ah, that was the flavor and heat he was wanting! A soft, happy moan escaped him before he turned to face Aiden who was just...standing there and staring at his own bowl. Oh, how skeptical he looked! Vincent smirked a bit as he scooped more curry onto his spoon once again and asked, "Is it too spicy for you?"
"No!" Aiden said a little quickly. "I'm just...letting it cool off some more is all." Vincent smirked a little more but said nothing as he returned to his bowl and began to walk away from the vendor. Aiden followed along and lifted his curry to his nose and gave a small sniff. That was going to burn! He just knew it! When Vincent had asked him how spicy he wanted his bowl to be, Aiden had stated how he'd go for whatever Vincent was having. Vincent had warned him he liked his spicy and hot but Aiden boldly insisted he'd try it anyway. But now he was mildly regretting his decision. Finally, he brought the spoon to his mouth, blew on it for show, then stuck it in his mouth.
As Vincent slowly chewed his dinner, he watched with great interest and amusement as Aiden's face steadily grew a dark shade of red and his eyes began to water. Yet...he was eating it! And then he went for a second spoonful! Then a third! Vincent thought to himself that Aiden didn't have to get it that spicy! He didn't feel bad for him at all! ....okay, maybe he felt a little bad. After another few bites, Vincent chuckled and told Aiden, "Come with me." Then, he turned and led a confused Aiden away in the opposite direction.
As they turned a corner, Vincent paused in front of another street vendor (a drink vendor Aiden realized) where he ordered a large cup of cool milk for Aiden. Aiden found himself blushing in embarrassment when Vincent glanced up at him with a highly amused smirk. Aiden glanced off to the side and ran his hand through his hair awkwardly. Without having to say a damned thing, Vincent knew Aiden would get the message that he wasn't going to let him forget this humorous event!
Vincent took the cup once he'd received it and offered it to Aiden. Once it was taken, he took Aiden's bowl so he could drink and relieve the burning in his mouth. Without another moment's hesitation, Aiden quickly began to drink and was unable to contain his sigh of relief. Vincent found this even more amusing! But instead of making fun of him, an affectionate smile graced his lips as he told his friend, "You are such a git." He chuckled softly before he shook his head and began to wander off in search of a bench or somewhere they could sit. Aiden nibbled his lower lip as he followed Vincent and tried to push down how his stomach filled with excited butterflies at how Vincent used it as a term of endearment.
It didn't take long for Vincent to find them a bench facing the lake. As they ate dinner, Aiden noticed how Vincent seemed just a bit more subdued than he had earlier in the day and he kept staring out towards the lake. Aiden would dare say he looked almost bummed despite the enjoyable day. He'd noticed earlier how Vincent kept staring around at Leon's Claw longingly. As they neared the last few bites of their dinner, Aiden finally asked, "Is everything okay?"
"What do you mean?"
Vincent looked genuinely surprised so Aiden elaborated, "I....well, I was noticing how you seemed a bit more bummed. Not that it's overly noticeable! I just was wondering if maybe something was on your mind." Vincent blinked as he was taken aback. He hadn't realized Aiden had been paying that close attention. Perhaps Aiden had just come to know him that well.
"Heh, why am I not surprised?" Vincent gave a small shrug and stared off towards the colorful clouds of the sunset. With a wistful sigh, he explained to Aiden, "To say I miss flying would be an understatement. If I'm being honest, I'm feeling restless and bored and it's starting to REALLY get to me. Being on Leon's Claw today made me miss it more than ever." Aiden had paused eating as he focused his attention on Vincent. He understood how Vincent felt. Even Aiden was longing to be back up in the air! But Vincent had his flight with Damien coming up soon!
"But you'll be going up with Damien in a few days. He's supposed to come back tomorrow night, right? You can take Leon's Claw tomorrow if you want!"
"No," Vincent explained dejectedly. "I got a note from Damien this morning saying it will be another two weeks. No reason why other than he decided to stay longer." Vincent hunched slightly and brought his bowl and spoon up to finish his meal. Before he took his bite, he grumbled, "I should have known he'd do this again."
Despite being relieved to hear that Damien wouldn't return for a couple more weeks, Aiden knew that meant Vincent would have to wait even longer. He put aside his own feelings and continued to empathize with Vincent as a friend. "What do you mean?"
"He has a habit of changing plans at the last minute, is all. It's just....well, the moon is going to be full the next couple of days and the weather's been perfect for flying! But...it's fine. Really, it's...not a big deal. It's just two more weeks."
Aiden said nothing as Vincent brushed it off with a slight smile and continued with his meal in silence. Aiden quirked his mouth and faced the sunset once again. As he slowly finished his meal, he allowed himself to get lost in thought. It wasn't 'fine' at all. Vincent had obviously been looking forward to this! It was a couple of minutes later, once they'd finished eating, that Vincent, himself, broke the silence.
"I'm sorry."
"What do you have to be sorry for?"
"I don't know. For...bringing the mood down with my complaining? It's what I do. I always bring everyone down."
"You have nothing to be sorry for!" By now Aiden was facing Vincent in earnest while gazing into that sea-colored gaze he loved so much. He continued before Vincent could cut in, "You sure as Hell do NOT bring everyone down! Your whole family loves you! Tom was all smiles today and had a fantastic time with his uncle! He's been eager for this, remember? And you definitely aren't bringing me down! I enjoyed today. Even now! You're my best friend, Vincent. I want to be here for you! You don't have to carry your burdens on your shoulders silently all the time, you know? That's what friends are for! I asked you what was wrong. It's not fair to you that Damien brushed off your plans like that. It's normal to be disappointed. I would be! You don't have to pretend it's okay because it's not! So...please don't apologize. You really, really have nothing to be sorry for."
Every time Vincent had wanted to cut in and tell Aiden why he was wrong, he found he couldn't find the words. All he could do was sit there as Aiden went off on a passionate, long-winded speech to tell him why he shouldn't be sorry. And by the end, Vincent was sitting there in a stunned silence as he processed all of that. Did...did Aiden really just do that? No one had ever spoken to him like that! Well, Aiden had once before but nowhere near like this! And as Vincent stared back into that serious gaze, his cheeks colored a touch as he licked his lips and glanced down. Aiden had silenced him. So, instead, he managed a small nod as he conceded.
Aiden smiled softly and reached out to take Vincent's bowl for him who smiled back and mumbled a quiet thanks. Aiden wandered a short distance away towards a trash bin where he disposed of their bowls. He quickly drained the last bit of his milk then disposed of the cup as well. He knew there was a very real possibility that the evening would be drawing to a close now.
Though, as Aiden turned to face Vincent again, he couldn't help but pause and stare. There was just something about how his captain was relaxed and completely entranced by the colors of the sunset and how light sparked and shimmered across the water. The way the sun rays were hitting him made him look as if he were almost glowing. It was beautiful. The moment felt magical, Aiden felt. It was as if almost anything could happen...
"Fly with me."
Vincent blinked and turned his gaze up at Aiden in surprise. Not only was his young engineer asking him to join him to fly, but in a bold move he was actually extending his hand out towards Vincent for him to take. Vincent's lips parted as he glanced down towards Aiden's hand then back up to his eyes. Uncertainly, he asked, "Fly?" Aiden bravely kept his hand out towards Vincent as a small but confident smile spread across his lips. He wasn't going to miss this opportunity!
"You said tonight's a perfect night for flying, right? You need this. Do this for yourself. Just for tonight, you and me...let's run away together on Leon's Claw and just forget the world. Fly with me, Vincent. What do you say?"
Vincent stared up at Aiden so long that the latter was starting to doubt himself. This had been such a daring move on his part; especially offering his hand out for Vincent to actually take! And Vincent's expression was giving nothing of his thoughts away other than his initial surprise.
And indeed Vincent was unsure what to make of all this! What was going on with Aiden?! But as the seconds passed and he gazed up in those beautiful eyes, his heart began to beat a little harder in his chest as excited anticipation began to fill him. He knew his answer. Without another moment's hesitation, Vincent reached up and placed his hand in Aiden's as he took a step closer with a smile on his face as he gazed up at his friend.
Aiden's smile spread into a grin as his fingers closed over Vincent's. Taking his hand firmly in his, he turned and began to lead the way but Vincent took him by surprise! Instead of following him, Vincent squeezed his hand and ran ahead as he tugged Aiden along with a laugh. Once he was steadily keeping up, Vincent let go of Aiden's hand. Yet Vincent stayed comfortably by Aiden's side and exchanged looks of joy and laughter together.
Vincent felt liberated to let this side of himself come out! And it was all because of Aiden! And while he was still denying it to himself, he knew deep down that the excitement and joy in his heart wasn't just because of the upcoming flight.
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37248"Midland Railway Centre" +58020"Doncaster Works" pass Didcot on 23/April/2002 working 6O26 Didcot Yard to Eastleigh yard engineers.
Trundling through the Birmingham suburb, 66723 Chinook leads 6G54 Lifford West Junction to Bescot Up Engineers Sidings.
"makin' bacon!"
Ever since I saw those track pieces I wanted to recreate the engineer's rancho relaxo taunt.
Original plan to meet dan called off due to rain,so beer and a simple indoor faff the order of the night....blast of vape and laser ,then a torch for the shadow, lit the side of the figurine with a gelled green torch,followed by a couple splashes of the flash, and another dash of vape......Gasmark F16 for 54.2 seconds.
Sooc vapeg jpeg.
Running to the Midlands first then back east, opposite to what normally occurs, 66779 Evening Star thunders past Kingsbury with 6X45 Toton North Yard to Bescot Up Engineers Sidings.
VQ-BXG, a Dassault Falcon 8X, on approach to runway 23 at Toronto Pearson International Airport in Mississauga, Ontario.
It was arriving as PEX32G (Shell Aircraft Limited). It is operated for Shell plc of London, England.
Man & God......
Father watches the son.....
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Homen e Deus....
O Pai assiste o filho.....
South Shore Engineer Paul Barnes has 33's controller on the post as we head to Chicago in April 1975.
Paul had quite a career with the South Shore. He started in 1939 in the B&B dept. then off to WWll in the Navy, came back in 1945 as a collector. He went off to Korea and came back in 1953 and entered Engine Service, and worked freight for 10 years straight. He ran everything the South Shore had, from Steeple Cabs to 700's, 800's Orange cars and made the transition to the new cars and retired in 1988. He passed away a few years ago. A real Railroader!
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