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Airo train arrives in Seattle before launch
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One of Amtrak's new Airo trainsets arrived at Seattle's King Street Station over the weekend — but it was only a test run.
Why it matters: The trains — which are set to debut later this year on the local Amtrak Cascades line — can travel at speeds of up to 125 miles per hour.
- They are billed as having higher fuel-efficiency and more modern interiors, among other upgrades.
What's next: The trains are now in their final stage of testing and route training on Pacific Northwest tracks, the final step before they enter service on later this year, Amtrak says.
Yes, but: They won't be available ahead of this summer's World Cup matches in Seattle.
- Instead, the Airo trains are expected to start operating in late summer or fall, the Washington State Standard reports.
