As my lucky would go most of the day, just as the train came into view a cloud blocked the sun, so plan B was a 1/25th pan shot.
UP Operation Lifesaver Special
Union Pacific’s Operation Lifesaver train returns to Pine Bluff Yard after the 5th and final trip of the day.
Operation Lifesaver trip departs Pine Bluff with the UP 1996 and UP 1982 as power.
Heading to Tyler Texas for the Rose Festival.
Excursion to the Rose Festival in Tyler, Texas.
Departing the former SSW yard.
A E8 sits behind the Arkansas Railroad Museum. It has been under several ownerships during the past. This was originally CNW 513.
Just doin what they're supposed to do
Control stand of UP 5186.
UP 3985's Cab.
Even though they are all patched, its still a good surprise to see all former SP on one train
SD70ACe CSXT 4833 sits beside NS 8426, which was damaged in a derailment a month earlier in Pine Bluff.