Flying Scotsman steam train puffs again, thrilling enthusiasts

The Flying Scotsman steam engine leaves Kings Cross station in London, February 25, 2016. REUTERS/Paul Hackett

Legendary British steam train The Flying Scotsman returned to the tracks on Feb 25 after a 10-year, £4.2mil (RM 24.8mil) refit, billowing smoke over train enthusiasts as it thundered from London to the northern city of York.

Built in 1923 and now the sole survivor of its class, the train is considered a national treasure because of its longevity and popularity. It became too costly to run in 2004 but an appeal to save it attracted donations from thousands of people.