Jim Pearson Photography – Madisonville, Ky

Cass Scenic Railroad Heisler #6 pulls through the countryside passing a small white house at milepost 92

Cass Scenic Railroad Heisler #6 pulls through the countryside passing a small white house at milepost 92 on the way to Durban, West Virginia, during the Cass Spring Photographers Special, out of Cass, West Virginia on May 4th, 2025.

According to the Mountain Rail West Virginia Website: The Meadow River Lumber No. 6 was built by the Heisler Locomotive Works in Erie, PA, in 1929 for the Bostonia Coal & Clay Products Company of New Bethlehem, PA.

The Heisler was sold to the Meadow River Lumber Company at Rainelle, WV in 1939, where it was rostered as No. 6. She retired from the lumber company in 1965 and was purchased by the purchased it by the state of West Virginia purchased. The engine ran under its own steam from Rainelle to its new home in Cass in December 1966. No. 6 would begin operating on the railroad in 1968. The Heisler is the fastest geared locomotive in the Cass collection.

Tech Info: DJI Mavic 3 Classic Drone, RAW, 24mm, f/6.3, 1/1600, ISO 100.

CSXT 1981 Pan Am Railways Heritage Unit leads M512 as they head north from Slaughters, Kentucky

CSXT 1981 Pan Am Railways Heritage Unit leads M512 as they head north from Slaughters, Kentucky, on September 24th, 2025, on the CSX Henderson Subdivision.

According to a CSXT Press Release: November 25, 2024 – CSX has unveiled locomotive No. 1981, the final installment in its series of heritage locomotives, honoring Pan Am Railways. The unit is the 21st and final creation by the Waycross Paint Shop to celebrate the predecessor railroads that form today’s CSX network.

Pan Am Railways, formerly known as Guilford Transportation, was established in 1981 and operated across northern New England, spanning from Maine to New York. It joined the CSX family in 2022 following a purchase agreement.

The heritage series required extra care and precision, according to CSX carman painter Albert Bussey. “It’s always special working on the heritage units,” Bussey said. “Like always, we try to take a little bit of extra care and time in order to do these perfectly.”

All 21 heritage units are not just displays of craftsmanship but active locomotives performing daily duties throughout CSX’s 26-state rail network. The dedication behind their creation reflects the artistry of the team at the Waycross Paint Shop.

The completion of locomotive No. 1981 stands as a tribute to the history of Pan Am Railways and the pride shared by CSX employees. As CSX approaches its 200th anniversary in 2027, these heritage locomotives symbolize the company’s enduring legacy and its dedication to innovation and service.

Tech Info: 4K Frame Grab from a DJI Mavic 3 Classic Drone, RAW, 22mm, f/2.8.

CSXT 1981 Pan Am Railways Heritage Unit leads M512 as they head north from Slaughters, Kentucky

CSXT 1981 Pan Am Railways Heritage Unit leads M512 as they head north from Slaughters, Kentucky, on September 24th, 2025, on the CSX Henderson Subdivision.

According to a CSXT Press Release: November 25, 2024 – CSX has unveiled locomotive No. 1981, the final installment in its series of heritage locomotives, honoring Pan Am Railways. The unit is the 21st and final creation by the Waycross Paint Shop to celebrate the predecessor railroads that form today’s CSX network.

Pan Am Railways, formerly known as Guilford Transportation, was established in 1981 and operated across northern New England, spanning from Maine to New York. It joined the CSX family in 2022 following a purchase agreement.

The heritage series required extra care and precision, according to CSX carman painter Albert Bussey. “It’s always special working on the heritage units,” Bussey said. “Like always, we try to take a little bit of extra care and time in order to do these perfectly.”

All 21 heritage units are not just displays of craftsmanship but active locomotives performing daily duties throughout CSX’s 26-state rail network. The dedication behind their creation reflects the artistry of the team at the Waycross Paint Shop.

The completion of locomotive No. 1981 stands as a tribute to the history of Pan Am Railways and the pride shared by CSX employees. As CSX approaches its 200th anniversary in 2027, these heritage locomotives symbolize the company’s enduring legacy and its dedication to innovation and service.

Tech Info: 4K Frame Grab from a DJI Mavic 3 Classic Drone, RAW, 22mm, f/2.8.

CSXT 1981 Pan Am Railways Heritage Unit leads M512 as they wait for SB I025 to pass them at Kelly, Kentucky

CSXT 1981 Pan Am Railways Heritage Unit leads M512 as they wait for SB I025 to pass them via the siding at Kelly, Kentucky, on September 24th, 2025, on the CSX Henderson Subdivision.

According to a CSXT Press Release: November 25, 2024 – CSX has unveiled locomotive No. 1981, the final installment in its series of heritage locomotives, honoring Pan Am Railways. The unit is the 21st and final creation by the Waycross Paint Shop to celebrate the predecessor railroads that form today’s CSX network.

Pan Am Railways, formerly known as Guilford Transportation, was established in 1981 and operated across northern New England, spanning from Maine to New York. It joined the CSX family in 2022 following a purchase agreement.

The heritage series required extra care and precision, according to CSX carman painter Albert Bussey. “It’s always special working on the heritage units,” Bussey said. “Like always, we try to take a little bit of extra care and time in order to do these perfectly.”

All 21 heritage units are not just displays of craftsmanship but active locomotives performing daily duties throughout CSX’s 26-state rail network. The dedication behind their creation reflects the artistry of the team at the Waycross Paint Shop.

The completion of locomotive No. 1981 stands as a tribute to the history of Pan Am Railways and the pride shared by CSX employees. As CSX approaches its 200th anniversary in 2027, these heritage locomotives symbolize the company’s enduring legacy and its dedication to innovation and service.

Tech Info: 4K Frame Grab from a DJI Mavic 3 Classic Drone, RAW, 22mm, f/2.8.

CSX hot intermodal I026 as it heads north at Trenton, Kentucky

In this top-down view, we see CSX hot intermodal I026 as it heads north at Trenton, Kentucky past the WF Ware Complex, on October 11th, 2025, on the CSX Henderson Subdivision.

Tech Info: DJI Mavic Air 2S Drone, RAW, 22mm, f/2.8, 1/2000, ISO 100.

SXT 1981 Pan Am Railways Heritage Unit leads M512 as they wait for SB I025 to pass them via the siding at Kelly, Ky

CSXT 1981 Pan Am Railways Heritage Unit leads M512 as they wait for SB I025 to pass them via the siding at Kelly, Kentucky, on September 24th, 2025, on the CSX Henderson Subdivision.

According to a CSXT Press Release: November 25, 2024 – CSX has unveiled locomotive No. 1981, the final installment in its series of heritage locomotives, honoring Pan Am Railways. The unit is the 21st and final creation by the Waycross Paint Shop to celebrate the predecessor railroads that form today’s CSX network.

Pan Am Railways, formerly known as Guilford Transportation, was established in 1981 and operated across northern New England, spanning from Maine to New York. It joined the CSX family in 2022 following a purchase agreement.

The heritage series required extra care and precision, according to CSX carman painter Albert Bussey. “It’s always special working on the heritage units,” Bussey said. “Like always, we try to take a little bit of extra care and time in order to do these perfectly.”

All 21 heritage units are not just displays of craftsmanship but active locomotives performing daily duties throughout CSX’s 26-state rail network. The dedication behind their creation reflects the artistry of the team at the Waycross Paint Shop.

The completion of locomotive No. 1981 stands as a tribute to the history of Pan Am Railways and the pride shared by CSX employees. As CSX approaches its 200th anniversary in 2027, these heritage locomotives symbolize the company’s enduring legacy and its dedication to innovation and service.

Tech Info: 4K Frame Grab from a DJI Mavic 3 Classic Drone, RAW, 22mm, f/2.8.

CSX M500 heads north at Trenton, Kentucky

CSX M500 heads north at Trenton, Kentucky, on October 11th, 2025, on the CSX Henderson Subdivision.

Tech Info: DJI Mavic Air 2S Drone, RAW, 22mm, f/2.8, 1/4000, ISO 140.

CSX B795, loaded ethanol train, heads south at Oak Hill, just south of Mortons Gap, Kentucky

CSX B795, loaded ethanol train, heads south at Oak Hill, just south of Mortons Gap, Kentucky on September 1st, 2025, on the CSX Henderson Subdivision.

Tech Info: DJI Mavic 3 Classic Drone, RAW, 22mm, f/2.8, 1/3200, ISO 220

CSXT 6414 runs long nose forward as they head north into Casky Yard at Hopkinsville, Ky

CSXT 6414 runs long nose forward as they head north into Casky Yard with a short work train at Hopkinsville, Ky, on May 27th, 2025, on the CSX Henderson Subdivision.

Tech Info: Nikon D810, RAW, Sigma 150-600 @ 440mm, f/6, 1/1600, ISO 360.

CSXT 4744 leads M217, an empty autorack train, as they pull south from the SE of Slaughters, Ky

CSXT 4744 leads M217, an empty autorack train, as they pull south from the SE of Slaughters, Ky in a light rain, on the CSX Henderson Subdivision on October 6th, 2025.

Tech Info: Nikon Z6ii, RAW, Sigma 150-600 @ 600mm, f/6.3, 1/800, ISO 500

CSXT 4744 heads south leading M217, an empty autorack train, at Sebree, Ky

CSXT 4744 heads south leading M217, an empty autorack train, at Sebree, Ky, on the CSX Henderson Subdivision on October 6th, 2025.

Tech Info: Nikon Z6ii, RAW, Sigma 150-600 @ 310mm, f/6.3, 1/800, ISO 1000

CSXT 5214 leads hot intermodal I026 past the signals at the north end of the siding at Slaughters, Kentucky

CSXT 5214 leads hot intermodal I026 past the signals at the north end of the siding at Slaughters, Kentucky at it heads north on August 27th, 2025, on the CSX Henderson Subdivision. This train runs between Moncrief Yard at Jacksonville, FL and Bedford Park, IL outside of Chicago, IL.

Tech Info: DJI Mavic 3 Classic Drone, RAW, 22mm, f/2.8, 1/1250, ISO 190

Engineer Noah Barkley keeps a watchful eye on the track ahead from Cass Scenic Railway Heisler #6

Engineer Noah Barkley keeps a watchful eye on the track ahead from Cass Scenic Railway Heisler #6 as they pull through the countryside at Wanless along the Greenbrier River, on the way to Durban, West Virginia, during the Cass Spring Photographers Special, from Cass, West Virginia on May 4th, 2025.

According to the Mountain Rail West Virginia Website: The Meadow River Lumber No. 6 was built by the Heisler Locomotive Works in Erie, PA, in 1929 for the Bostonia Coal & Clay Products Company of New Bethlehem, PA.

The Heisler was sold to the Meadow River Lumber Company at Rainelle, WV in 1939, where it was rostered as No. 6. She retired from the lumber company in 1965 and was purchased by the purchased it by the state of West Virginia purchased. The engine ran under its own steam from Rainelle to its new home in Cass in December 1966. No. 6 would begin operating on the railroad in 1968. The Heisler is the fastest geared locomotive in the Cass collection.

Tech Info: Nikon Z6ii, RAW, Nikon 24-70 @ 24mm, f/7.1, 1/200, ISO 200.

Cass Scenic Railway Heisler #6 pulls through the countryside at Wanless on the way to Durban, West Virginia

Cass Scenic Railway Heisler #6 pulls through the countryside at Wanless on the way to Durban, West Virginia, during the Cass Spring Photographers Special, from Cass, West Virginia on May 4th, 2025.

According to the Mountain Rail West Virginia Website: The Meadow River Lumber No. 6 was built by the Heisler Locomotive Works in Erie, PA, in 1929 for the Bostonia Coal & Clay Products Company of New Bethlehem, PA.

The Heisler was sold to the Meadow River Lumber Company at Rainelle, WV in 1939, where it was rostered as No. 6. She retired from the lumber company in 1965 and was purchased by the purchased it by the state of West Virginia purchased. The engine ran under its own steam from Rainelle to its new home in Cass in December 1966. No. 6 would begin operating on the railroad in 1968. The Heisler is the fastest geared locomotive in the Cass collection.

Tech Info: Nikon Z6ii, RAW, Nikon 70-300 @ 70mm, f/2.8, 1/160, ISO 100.

October 18th, 2025 – Saturday Edited Video from Jim Pearson Photography – Episode 146

This week’s Saturday Edited Video is between Sebree and Hopkinsville, Kentucky, from the ground and the air on the CSX Henderson Subdivision on September 9th, 2025, including the Seaboard Coast Line Heritage unit! Thanks for watching! Don’t forget to Subscribe and Ring the Notification Bell so you won’t miss any of my future videos! Have a blessed day everyone!!

CSXT 1834 Georgia Railroad Heritage Unit leads E904 as they head north at Mortons Gap, Kentucky

CSXT 1834 Georgia Railroad Heritage Unit leads E904 as they head north through Mortons Junction at Mortons Gap, Kentucky, on October 14th, 2025, on the CSX Henderson Subdivision.

I thought capturing this unit had finished up my goal of capturing all the current CSX Heritage Units but looking over my records I still have yet to capture the 1902 Clinchfield locomotive and so the hunt continues!

According to a CSXT Press Release: June 27, 2024 – CSX has unveiled a new heritage locomotive honoring the legacy of the Georgia Railroad. This initiative is part of CSX’s ongoing efforts to recognize and pay tribute to the historic railroads that have played a pivotal role in shaping the American railway system.

The Georgia Railroad, also known as the Georgia Railroad and Banking Company, was chartered in 1833 and became one of the earliest and most influential railroads in the southeastern United States. Headquartered in Augusta, Georgia, the railroad was instrumental in facilitating transport and commerce across the region during the 19th and early 20th centuries.

Originally, the Georgia Railroad was established to connect Augusta with Athens, Georgia. Its route expanded over time, linking key cities such as Atlanta and Macon, thereby becoming an important artery for economic growth in the state. The railroad was renowned for its efficiency and reliability, transporting both passengers and freight.

In addition to its transportation services, the Georgia Railroad also had substantial banking operations, which further cemented its role as a vital institution in the region. Throughout its operational years, it underwent several mergers and partnerships, maintaining its prominence in the railway industry until it eventually became part of the CSX network.

CSX’s heritage locomotive series honors the historical railroads that contributed to the company’s formation. By introducing locomotives painted in the liveries of these historic lines, CSX seeks to preserve the memories and significance of these railroads while educating the public about their contributions to America’s development. The newly unveiled heritage locomotive honoring the Georgia Railroad features a striking design that incorporates the classic colors and logo reminiscent of the original Georgia Railroad branding.

Tech Info: DJI Air 2S Drone, RAW, 22mm, f/2.8, 1/1600, ISO 110

CSXT 1834 Georgia Railroad Heritage Unit leads E904 as they wait for SB C305 at Slaughters, Kentucky

CSXT 1834 Georgia Railroad Heritage Unit leads E904 as they wait for SB C305 to pass them the north end of Slaughters, Kentucky, on October 14th, 2025, on the CSX Henderson Subdivision.

I thought capturing this unit had finished up my goal of capturing all the current CSX Heritage Units but looking over my records I still have yet to capture the 1902 Clinchfield locomotive and so the hunt continues!

According to a CSXT Press Release: June 27, 2024 – CSX has unveiled a new heritage locomotive honoring the legacy of the Georgia Railroad. This initiative is part of CSX’s ongoing efforts to recognize and pay tribute to the historic railroads that have played a pivotal role in shaping the American railway system.

The Georgia Railroad, also known as the Georgia Railroad and Banking Company, was chartered in 1833 and became one of the earliest and most influential railroads in the southeastern United States. Headquartered in Augusta, Georgia, the railroad was instrumental in facilitating transport and commerce across the region during the 19th and early 20th centuries.

Originally, the Georgia Railroad was established to connect Augusta with Athens, Georgia. Its route expanded over time, linking key cities such as Atlanta and Macon, thereby becoming an important artery for economic growth in the state. The railroad was renowned for its efficiency and reliability, transporting both passengers and freight.

In addition to its transportation services, the Georgia Railroad also had substantial banking operations, which further cemented its role as a vital institution in the region. Throughout its operational years, it underwent several mergers and partnerships, maintaining its prominence in the railway industry until it eventually became part of the CSX network.

CSX’s heritage locomotive series honors the historical railroads that contributed to the company’s formation. By introducing locomotives painted in the liveries of these historic lines, CSX seeks to preserve the memories and significance of these railroads while educating the public about their contributions to America’s development. The newly unveiled heritage locomotive honoring the Georgia Railroad features a striking design that incorporates the classic colors and logo reminiscent of the original Georgia Railroad branding.

Tech Info: DJI Air 2S Drone, RAW, 22mm, f/2.8, 1/3200, ISO 120

CSXT 1834 Georgia Railroad Heritage Unit leads E904 as they wait on the main for southbound I195 at Slaughters, Ky

CSXT 1834 Georgia Railroad Heritage Unit leads E904 as they wait on the main for southbound I195 to clear the north end of Slaughters, Kentucky, on October 14th, 2025, on the CSX Henderson Subdivision.

I thought capturing this unit had finished up my goal of capturing all the current CSX Heritage Units but looking over my records I still have yet to capture the 1902 Clinchfield locomotive and so the hunt continues!

According to a CSXT Press Release: June 27, 2024 – CSX has unveiled a new heritage locomotive honoring the legacy of the Georgia Railroad. This initiative is part of CSX’s ongoing efforts to recognize and pay tribute to the historic railroads that have played a pivotal role in shaping the American railway system.

The Georgia Railroad, also known as the Georgia Railroad and Banking Company, was chartered in 1833 and became one of the earliest and most influential railroads in the southeastern United States. Headquartered in Augusta, Georgia, the railroad was instrumental in facilitating transport and commerce across the region during the 19th and early 20th centuries.

Originally, the Georgia Railroad was established to connect Augusta with Athens, Georgia. Its route expanded over time, linking key cities such as Atlanta and Macon, thereby becoming an important artery for economic growth in the state. The railroad was renowned for its efficiency and reliability, transporting both passengers and freight.

In addition to its transportation services, the Georgia Railroad also had substantial banking operations, which further cemented its role as a vital institution in the region. Throughout its operational years, it underwent several mergers and partnerships, maintaining its prominence in the railway industry until it eventually became part of the CSX network.

CSX’s heritage locomotive series honors the historical railroads that contributed to the company’s formation. By introducing locomotives painted in the liveries of these historic lines, CSX seeks to preserve the memories and significance of these railroads while educating the public about their contributions to America’s development. The newly unveiled heritage locomotive honoring the Georgia Railroad features a striking design that incorporates the classic colors and logo reminiscent of the original Georgia Railroad branding.

Tech Info: DJI Air 2S Drone, RAW, 22mm, f/2.8, 1/800, ISO 100

CSXT 1834 Georgia Railroad Heritage Unit leads E904 as they head north at Nortonville, Ky

CSXT 1834 Georgia Railroad Heritage Unit leads E904 as they head north under the New Salem Loop Circle Road at Nortonville, Kentucky, on October 14th, 2025, on the CSX Henderson Subdivision.

I thought capturing this unit had finished up my goal of capturing all the current CSX Heritage Units but looking over my records I still have yet to capture the 1902 Clinchfield locomotive and so the hunt continues!

According to a CSXT Press Release: June 27, 2024 – CSX has unveiled a new heritage locomotive honoring the legacy of the Georgia Railroad. This initiative is part of CSX’s ongoing efforts to recognize and pay tribute to the historic railroads that have played a pivotal role in shaping the American railway system.

The Georgia Railroad, also known as the Georgia Railroad and Banking Company, was chartered in 1833 and became one of the earliest and most influential railroads in the southeastern United States. Headquartered in Augusta, Georgia, the railroad was instrumental in facilitating transport and commerce across the region during the 19th and early 20th centuries.

Originally, the Georgia Railroad was established to connect Augusta with Athens, Georgia. Its route expanded over time, linking key cities such as Atlanta and Macon, thereby becoming an important artery for economic growth in the state. The railroad was renowned for its efficiency and reliability, transporting both passengers and freight.

In addition to its transportation services, the Georgia Railroad also had substantial banking operations, which further cemented its role as a vital institution in the region. Throughout its operational years, it underwent several mergers and partnerships, maintaining its prominence in the railway industry until it eventually became part of the CSX network.

CSX’s heritage locomotive series honors the historical railroads that contributed to the company’s formation. By introducing locomotives painted in the liveries of these historic lines, CSX seeks to preserve the memories and significance of these railroads while educating the public about their contributions to America’s development. The newly unveiled heritage locomotive honoring the Georgia Railroad features a striking design that incorporates the classic colors and logo reminiscent of the original Georgia Railroad branding.

Tech Info: DJI Air 2S Drone, RAW, 22mm, f/2.8, 1/1600, ISO 120

CSXT 7301 leads northbound CSX I128 from at the north end of Cedar Hill, TN

CSXT 7301 leads northbound CSX I128 from at the north end of Cedar Hill, TN, on the CSX Henderson Subdivision on October 3rd, 2025.

Tech Info: Nikon Z6ii, RAW, Sigma 150-600 @ 420mm, f/6.3, 1/800, ISO 400

Cass Scenic Railroad Heisler #6 pulls up hill past the emergency water tank as they head for Bald Knob, WV

Cass Scenic Railroad Heisler #6 pulls up hill past the emergency water tank as they head for Bald Knob, WV during the Cass Spring Photographers Special, from Cass, West Virginia on May 3rd, 2025.

According to the Mountain Rail West Virginia Website: The Meadow River Lumber No. 6 was built by the Heisler Locomotive Works in Erie, PA, in 1929 for the Bostonia Coal & Clay Products Company of New Bethlehem, PA.

The Heisler was sold to the Meadow River Lumber Company at Rainelle, WV in 1939, where it was rostered as No. 6. She retired from the lumber company in 1965 and was purchased by the purchased it by the state of West Virginia purchased. The engine ran under its own steam from Rainelle to its new home in Cass in December 1966. No. 6 would begin operating on the railroad in 1968. The Heisler is the fastest geared locomotive in the Cass collection.

Tech Info: Nikon Z6ii, RAW, Nikon 24-70 @ 24mm, f/2.8, 1/640, ISO 100.