CONCORD, N.H. — The Flying Yankee has been officially listed in the New Hampshire State Register of Historic Places, presented by the New Hampshire Division of Historical Resources (DHR).
In a press release sent to News Wire by the Flying Yankee Association (FYA), the recognition is seen as an honor to the articulated trainset’s historical and significant culture in the state, while also acknowledging the ongoing restoration effort by the association and its supporters. “We are deeply honored by this recognition and remain committed to restoring the Flying Yankee to its former glory,” said FYA president Brian LaPlant. “This designation marks an exciting milestone as we continue working to preserve an essential part of New Hampshire’s transportation heritage.”
The association, which last year became the owner of the 1935-built Budd Co. streamliner of the former Boston & Maine, is currently fundraising the restoration of the Flying Yankee’s two traction motors [See “Flying Yankee Association sees funds to restore…,” News Wire, Feb. 10, 2025]. In a May 8 post on the FYA social media pages, 61 percent of the $30,000 goal has been raised thanks to a recent $4,000 grant by the Massachusetts Bay Railroad Enthusiasts — which doubled to $8,000 due to available matching funds. This is part of the long-term goal to return the train to operation.
Visit the Flying Yankee Association website for more information and to support the project.
Sadly the photo of the Flying Yankee on the Cheshire B&M line can not be duplicated. The Cheshire is a trail (alas) except for the first mile + at North Walpole, NH, which survives mostly so the Vermont Rail System can access the former B&M shops which they now run.