The first of 83 train sets will travel from California to Pueblo, Colo., for testing
Airo Business Class features 2×1 seating. Amtrak
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Amtrak today shared photos of the first Airo train set being prepared to leave the Siemens assembly plant in Sacramento.
The set will head to Pueblo, Colo., for testing before eventually making its revenue debut in Cascades service sometime in 2026.
Amtrak has ordered 83 of the train sets, which will replace single-level equipment in the Pacific Northwest and on regional services on the East Coast.
The Airo’s Charger locomotive is coupled to an Amtrak Heritage fleet sleeper. AmtrakThe Airo’s Cafe car has a spacious feel and green accent lighting. AmtrakThe first train set, ultimately destined for service in the Pacific Northwest, wears Amtrak’s Cascades livery. AmtrakAiro also includes tables with seating for four. AmtrakShare this article
