239.3—Application.
(1)
Railroads that operate intercity or commuter passenger train service on standard gage track which is part of the general railroad system of transportation;
(2)
Railroads that provide commuter or other short-haul rail passenger train service in a metropolitan or suburban area (as described by 49 U.S.C. 20102(1) ), including public authorities operating passenger train service; and
(3)
Passenger or freight railroads hosting the operation of passenger train service described in paragraph (a)(1) or (a)(2) of this section.
(1)
Rapid transit operations in an urban area that are not connected with the general railroad system of transportation;
(3)
Tourist, scenic, historic, or excursion operations, whether on or off the general railroad system.