It’s a slow move, but the railroad association is attempting to (obtain additional governmental funds) attain governmental status of critical infrastructure. As such, the FAA would be required to include the railroads and trackage under critical infrastructure coverage.
I grew up in central Pennsylvania with the PRR mainline. As a kid, I did the same as others and hopped the westbound freights to ride to the Horseshoe Curve and eastbound to get back. My home town was a definite stop for ice in the reefers of the time. If I had known then, what I know now! Stupid moves, I know.
If the Railroad Industry attains the ‘critical infrastructure’ status nationwide (some states have enacted), then that would effectively place the rail industry (to include trackage) in the No Drone Zone. While I do believe trains to be a thing of beauty and love to photo some of the more unique consists, how do you drone video/photo your trains.
My health, these days does not permit too much travel (non COVID19 time we’re talking here). I’m presently awaiting CABG, but right now as (with COVID 19) elective surgeries are no go! ( Mod Removed Language)I can get around, I just can’t get too far.
Share your train (drone) videos/photos please. Short video clips are great as are still photos!
I grew up in central Pennsylvania with the PRR mainline. As a kid, I did the same as others and hopped the westbound freights to ride to the Horseshoe Curve and eastbound to get back. My home town was a definite stop for ice in the reefers of the time. If I had known then, what I know now! Stupid moves, I know.
If the Railroad Industry attains the ‘critical infrastructure’ status nationwide (some states have enacted), then that would effectively place the rail industry (to include trackage) in the No Drone Zone. While I do believe trains to be a thing of beauty and love to photo some of the more unique consists, how do you drone video/photo your trains.
My health, these days does not permit too much travel (non COVID19 time we’re talking here). I’m presently awaiting CABG, but right now as (with COVID 19) elective surgeries are no go! ( Mod Removed Language)I can get around, I just can’t get too far.
Share your train (drone) videos/photos please. Short video clips are great as are still photos!
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