I filmed the arrival of Amtrak Northeast Regional 94 arriving around 1PM on December 24, 2021 in Alexandria, Virginia. Immediately upon the train stopping, Car # 43389 discharged a bunch of liquid onto the track. What did they discharge, and why did they discharge it on the tracks in a station...
I just stumbled on this gem via a Google search. It is a 299 page service manual that documents lots of interesting things about how Amtrak employees are supposed to handle various situations...
I agree that an overnight train from SF to LA (as well as DC to Boston) would be great. In terms of the sleeping cars, Amtrak should put in a bunch of airline business-class style lie-flat seats in first class without the separate bunks or showers. They could comfortably fit many more of...
Nice idea, but I think still too expensive. What Amtrak should do is put in a bunch of airline-style lie-flat seats in first class. They could comfortably fit many more of these into a coach than roomettes. It would make overnight trips from LA to SF or DC to Boston not only feasible but...