SKYWAY EXPRESS TRANSPORT LLC
Facts from the FMCSA record that call for a closer look. They are not a finding of wrongdoing. How this works
- Vehicle out-of-service rate well above the state average41.7% vs Texas average 25.1%.
No cargo cover filed with FMCSA
Green means the FMCSA record shows it. It does not confirm who you are talking to, or that a policy covers your specific load.
What to verify next
- Confirm authority and insurance on the official Motus record ↗. Safety record: SAFER ↗.
- Call back on the number on file, (713) 898-4812, not a number from an email or load board.
- Check that the MC number you were given is MC852322.
- Ask the insurer for a certificate of insurance naming you as holder, with cargo coverage that fits your load.
Insurance on file
Liability (BI&PD) pays for injury and damage to other people and property; it does not cover the freight. Cargo insurance covers the freight. FMCSA only requires cargo filings from household goods carriers and freight forwarders, so most carriers file none: ask for a cargo certificate that fits your load. No cargo cover filed with FMCSA.
| Type | Docket | Layer | Insurer | Coverage | Effective | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liability (BI&PD) | MC852322 | — | Highlander Specialty Insurance Company Policy DC92000144300 · BMC-91X | $750,000 | May 23, 2026 | Active |
Source: FMCSA Motus · Oct 18, 2026. Identical filings repeated in the FMCSA data are shown once; a filing listed under two dockets is one policy, not extra coverage. Coverage is the maximum amount filed with FMCSA, not the full policy.
Confirm current filings: Motus record ↗ and ask the insurer for a certificate naming you as holder.
Roadside inspections Oct 18, 2024 – Oct 18, 2026
5 of 12 · Texas avg 25.1%
4 of 16 · Texas avg 7.7%
10 most recent inspections
| Date | State | Level | Violations | Out of service |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 18, 2026 | TX | 2 | 1 | No |
| Aug 12, 2026 | CO | 2 | 8 | Yes |
| Jul 21, 2026 | TX | 2 | 4 | Yes |
| Apr 22, 2026 | TX | 2 | 0 | No |
| Nov 12, 2025 | NM | 3 | 1 | No |
| Nov 12, 2025 | NM | 3 | 1 | No |
| Sep 10, 2025 | TX | 2 | 3 | Yes |
| Aug 15, 2025 | TX | 2 | 5 | Yes |
| Jul 25, 2025 | TX | 2 | 1 | Yes |
| Jul 8, 2025 | NM | 3 | 1 | No |
How these rates are calculated
Period: Oct 18, 2024 – Oct 18, 2026. Vehicle rate = vehicle inspections with a vehicle out-of-service order ÷ vehicle inspections (levels 1, 2, 5 and 6). Driver rate uses levels 1, 2, 3 and 6. The Texas average covers 347,521 vehicle and 460,200 driver inspections of all Texas-based carriers in this period. It mixes every type of operation, so compare with care; rates based on a handful of inspections say little. FMCSA's own SMS measures are weighted differently: SMS profile ↗ · SAFER snapshot ↗
Violations in FMCSA's SMS last 24 months
27 violations counted in FMCSA's Safety Measurement System (SMS), 10 of them serious enough to put the driver or vehicle out of service.
Why is this different from the 36 violations above?
The inspections section's number counts every violation written on the inspection reports in our Oct 18, 2024 – Oct 18, 2026 window. The SMS count comes from FMCSA's own monthly SMS snapshot, which uses its own 24-month window and only the violations it scores. Both are FMCSA figures; they measure different things.
| Category (FMCSA BASIC) | Violations | Out of service | Share | Texas share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance | 21 | 6 | 77.8% | 78.8% |
| Hours-of-Service Compliance | 2 | 2 | 7.4% | 11.4% |
| Unsafe Driving | 2 | 0 | 7.4% | 4.8% |
| Controlled Substances/Alcohol | 1 | 1 | 3.7% | 0.2% |
| Driver Fitness | 1 | 1 | 3.7% | 4.2% |
10 most frequent violations
| Violation | Times | Out of service |
|---|---|---|
| Inoperative turn signal Lighting · Vehicle Maintenance · code 3939TS | 2 | 2 |
| Inoperable Required Lamp Clearance Identification Lamps/Other · Vehicle Maintenance · code 3939 | 2 | 1 |
| Wheel (Mud) Flaps missing or defective Windshield/ Glass/ Markings · Vehicle Maintenance · code 3922WC | 2 | 0 |
| Wipers - Inoperative / missing / damaged wipers Windshield/ Glass/ Markings · Vehicle Maintenance · code 39378 | 2 | 0 |
| Driver on duty and in possession of a narcotic drug / amphetamine Drugs · Controlled Substances/Alcohol · code 3924APOS | 1 | 1 |
| Learner's Permit (CLP) - Is not accompanied by the holder of a valid CDL that is fully authorized to operate the CMV. License-related: High · Driver Fitness · code 38325A1 | 1 | 1 |
| HOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed Incomplete/Wrong Log · Hours-of-Service Compliance · code 3958A1HOSP | 1 | 1 |
| No record of duty status when one is required (ELD Not Required) Incomplete/Wrong Log · Hours-of-Service Compliance · code 3958ANONELD | 1 | 1 |
| Cargo - Vehicle components or dunnage not secured General Securement · Vehicle Maintenance · code 3929A2C | 1 | 1 |
| Tire-flat and/or audible air leak Tires · Vehicle Maintenance · code 39375A3 | 1 | 1 |
Source: FMCSA SMS violation file, inspections in the last 24 months, published Oct 18, 2026. "Share" is this company's mix of violations; the Texas column is the mix across all Texas-based carriers, so you can see which kinds of problems stand out. A high count partly reflects fleet size and how often trucks are inspected.
Crashes Oct 18, 2024 – Oct 18, 2026
1 most recent crashes
| Date | Location | Fatalities | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 17, 2025 | Sugar Land, TX | 0 | 1 |
Reportable crashes do not imply the carrier was at fault.
Company details FMCSA census · Oct 18, 2026
| USDOT number | 2465986 |
|---|---|
| MC / docket | MC852322 |
| Legal name | SKYWAY EXPRESS TRANSPORT LLC |
| Operation | Interstate |
| Business type | — |
| Power units | 4 |
| Drivers | 4 |
| Annual mileage | 350,000 (2026) |
| Hazmat | No |
| Safety rating | Not rated (no compliance review on record) |
| USDOT number added | Jan 9, 2014 · 12 years ago |
| Last MCS-150 update | Jun 30, 2026 |
Cargo carried
General FreightMetal: Sheets, Coils, RollsLogs, Poles, Beams, LumberBuilding MaterialsMachinery, Large ObjectsOilfield EquipmentConstructionOtherA C, SMALL GENERATOR
Questions about SKYWAY EXPRESS TRANSPORT LLC
What does SKYWAY EXPRESS TRANSPORT LLC's operating authority allow?
MC852322: Motor carrier (may haul regulated property for hire).
Which information about SKYWAY EXPRESS TRANSPORT LLC is old or missing?
FMCSA has not issued a safety rating, which means no compliance review is on record, not that the carrier is unsafe.
What should I verify before booking SKYWAY EXPRESS TRANSPORT LLC?
Confirm the authority and insurance on the Motus record for USDOT 2465986. Call the company back on the phone number on file, (713) 898-4812, not a number from an email or load board message. Check that the MC number the dispatcher gave you matches MC852322, and ask the insurer for a certificate of insurance naming you as certificate holder.
Other companies using (713) 898-4812
A shared number is common for related companies, dispatch services and family businesses. It is not proof of fraud, but it is worth knowing which company you are dealing with.
1 company
| Company | USDOT | Docket | Trucks | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TEXAS SKYWAY LOGISTICS LLC | 4309305 | MC1679405 | 0 | Last known: Inactive FMCSA snapshot May 14, 2026 |
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Company details from the FMCSA Company Census File (Oct 18, 2026). Inspections and crashes from FMCSA MCMIS files. About our data · Report an error.