A special steam train hauled by the HSB Mallet 99 5901 is taking water in the Schierke station before attacking the severe climb up to the Brocken summit. During this operation, the charter train ... (more)

Cleaning out the smoke box at the end of the shift.

I've spent every day this week learning how to run this engine. It's a great learning experience ... not easy! Four more days until graduation. Then I'll be an "Ehrenlokfuehrer" or "Honorary Engi... (more)