Amtrak Orders 10 Additional Airo Trainsets

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I try not to [post too many press releases, but this is the next generation of equipment outside the Northeast Corridor. The Northeast Service trains I watch coming through Ashland, Virginia, all have separate locomotives and passenger cars. This equipment will break that mold.

August 21, 2023 | Intercity

Amtrak Orders 10 Additional Airo™ Trainsets

Written by Carolina Worrell, Senior Editor



Image Courtesy of Amtrak

Amtrak announced Aug. 21 that it has executed a contract to order 10 additional Airo™ trainsets “as demand for passenger rail travel exceeds expectations,” bringing the total contract order to 83.

The first Amtrak Airo™ trainset is scheduled to debut in 2026 on the railroad’s Casacde service before eventually operating on routes throughout the country, including Northeast Regional, Empire Service, Virginia Services, Keystone Services, Downeaster, Maple Leaf, New Haven/Springfield Service, Palmetto, Carolinian, Pennsylvanian, Vermonter, Ethan Allen Express and Adirondack.

“We are thrilled to satisfy the soaring demand for train travel with new state-of-the-art, American-made equipment that ensures the highest standards of comfort, service and amenities,” said Amtrak President Roger Harris. “As we advance this vision, we’re committed to getting people where they need to go, while reducing road and air congestion, creating jobs and supporting the American economy.”



Image Courtesy of Amtrak

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