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[quote]QUOTE: Originally posted by vdemm I understand the need for trains to blow for the crossings. However, some engineers seem to take special delight in laying on the horn. I live in Ft. Scott KS on the BNSF sub of that name. We have a crossing at Wall St, one block later at 1st St, then 3rd St, 6th St and 12th ST. I have heard horns in the middle of the night that were way over done. Some guys start blowing at Wall ST and continue blowing until they've cleared 6th. I'm a big "foamer" but I think that this excessive [/quote] According to the rules as (I think) I understand them, the whistle must be sounded for every crossing, and the last long blast must be held until the engine has occupied the crossing. If conditions are such that the full signal cannot be given then one long blast, again held until the engine has occupied the crossing, is sufficient. This undoubtedly explains what you consider "excessive" whistle use.
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