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May 18, 2016
Roosevelt Island Tram

Roosevelt Island Tram: 40 Years of Cable Transit

Post by nickchu

From a temporary transport solution to now an iconic symbol of Roosevelt Island, the Roosevelt Island Tramway has come along way in its 40 years.

Today it continues to provide the millions of annual commuters and visitors with a high level of service between the island and Manhattan. Most residents cannot comprehend a life without the tramway.

While the system did experience a few headline grabbing incidents along the way, the system remains one of the safest and reliable forms of transport in New York. In fact, since 2010, riders have been treated to a fully modernized aerial lift with even greater availability, capacity and wind resistance.

To help celebrate the 40th birthday of the Tram, we’ve gathered a few of our favourite photos of the system!

Queensboro Bridge and Roosevelt Island Tramway (ca 1981). Image by Edmund Vincent Gillon via MCNY.

Queensboro Bridge and Roosevelt Island Tramway (ca 1981). Image by Edmund Vincent Gillon via MCNY.

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