The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) on Dec. 29 issued a safety advisory to make the rail industry aware “of a recent issue encountered by a train crew that experienced an unintended brake ...

The train brakes unevenly, making the entire train less stable, increasing in-train forces, leading to broken knuckles and drawbars and damaged lading.” “Reduced braking force due to leakage requires ...

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) - Federal investigators say crews encountered air brake problems before a 178-car freight train derailed in Pennsylvania nearly three weeks ago, causing hazardous material to ...