HaulerCheck · https://haulercheck.com/carrier/2490984-skyhawk-express-inc/ · Checked 2026-10-19 11:17 UTC · Census and inspections Oct 18, 2026 · Authority and insurance: FMCSA Motus · Oct 18, 2026
SKYHAWK EXPRESS INC
Review before booking · 1 signal
How risk signals workFacts from the FMCSA record that call for a closer look. They are not a finding of wrongdoing.
- Vehicle out-of-service rate well above the state average35.7% vs Tennessee average 23.5%.
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, (270) 618-9779, not a number from an email or load board.
- Check that the MC number you were given is MC862655.
- 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) | MC862655 | Primary | Accelerant Specialty Insurance Company Policy S0336CA000267-00 · BMC-91X | $1,000,000 | Mar 12, 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 14 · Tennessee avg 23.5%
10 of 39 · Tennessee avg 3.7%
10 most recent inspections
| Date | State | Level | Violations | Out of service |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 7, 2026 | LA | 3 | 2 | No |
| Sep 18, 2026 | IN | 2 | 13 | Yes |
| Sep 18, 2026 | MT | 3 | 1 | No |
| Sep 15, 2026 | LA | 3 | 0 | No |
| Sep 10, 2026 | NE | 3 | 1 | No |
| Aug 25, 2026 | AR | 3 | 3 | Yes |
| Aug 19, 2026 | OH | 2 | 7 | Yes |
| Aug 4, 2026 | TN | 3 | 5 | No |
| Jul 20, 2026 | TN | 1 | 4 | Yes |
| Jul 17, 2026 | AL | 3 | 0 | 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 Tennessee average covers 76,642 vehicle and 133,725 driver inspections of all Tennessee-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
81 violations counted in FMCSA's Safety Measurement System (SMS), 26 of them serious enough to put the driver or vehicle out of service.
Why is this different from the 100 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 | Tennessee share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance | 42 | 12 | 51.9% | 64.1% |
| Hours-of-Service Compliance | 26 | 11 | 32.1% | 13.1% |
| Unsafe Driving | 8 | 0 | 9.9% | 18.1% |
| Driver Fitness | 4 | 2 | 4.9% | 3.8% |
| Controlled Substances/Alcohol | 1 | 1 | 1.2% | 0.4% |
10 most frequent violations
| Violation | Times | Out of service |
|---|---|---|
| HOS (Property) - No driver may make a false report in connection with a duty status. Explain False Log · Hours-of-Service Compliance · code 3958EHOSPD | 6 | 1 |
| HOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed Incomplete/Wrong Log · Hours-of-Service Compliance · code 3958A1HOSP | 4 | 4 |
| Hubs - Wheel seal leaking Wheels Studs Clamps Etc. · Vehicle Maintenance · code 3965BHWSL | 3 | 3 |
| Air Brake - CMV manufactured on or after 10/20/1994 has an automatic airbrake adjustment system that fails to compensate for wear Brakes All Others · Vehicle Maintenance · code 39353BB | 3 | 0 |
| Brake Out of Adjustment - Roto Clamp (Short & Long) DD-3 or Bolt Brakes Out of Adjustment · Vehicle Maintenance · code 39347E | 3 | 0 |
| HOS (Property) - Driver produces a false record of duty status that concealed an HOS limitation violation after the last rest period. Explain: False Log · Hours-of-Service Compliance · code 3958EHOSPDOOS | 2 | 2 |
| HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner Other Log/Form & Manner · Hours-of-Service Compliance · code 39524 | 2 | 0 |
| HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information. Other Log/Form & Manner · Hours-of-Service Compliance · code 39530B1ELDDFR | 2 | 0 |
| State/Local Laws - Unlawfully parking /leaving vehicle on roadway Other Driver Violations · Unsafe Driving · code 3922SLLUP | 2 | 0 |
| Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper Emergency Equipment · Vehicle Maintenance · code 39395F | 2 | 0 |
Source: FMCSA SMS violation file, inspections in the last 24 months, published Oct 18, 2026. "Share" is this company's mix of violations; the Tennessee column is the mix across all Tennessee-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
5 most recent crashes
| Date | Location | Fatalities | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2, 2026 | Not Reported, GA | 0 | 0 |
| Jun 15, 2026 | TN | 0 | 0 |
| May 19, 2026 | Non-City Or Unincorporate, MO | 0 | 0 |
| Apr 21, 2026 | GA | 0 | 1 |
| Dec 30, 2025 | Non-City Or Unincorporate, MO | 0 | 0 |
Reportable crashes do not imply the carrier was at fault.
Company details FMCSA census · Oct 18, 2026
| USDOT number | 2490984 |
|---|---|
| MC / docket | MC862655 |
| Legal name | SKYHAWK EXPRESS INC |
| Operation | Interstate |
| Business type | — |
| Power units | 34 |
| Drivers | 17 |
| Annual mileage | 479,725 (2025) |
| Hazmat | No |
| Safety rating | Not rated (no compliance review on record) |
| USDOT number added | Apr 1, 2014 · 12 years ago |
| Last MCS-150 update | Apr 20, 2026 |
Cargo carried
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Questions about SKYHAWK EXPRESS INC
What does SKYHAWK EXPRESS INC's operating authority allow?
MC862655: Motor carrier (may haul regulated property for hire).
Which information about SKYHAWK EXPRESS INC 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 SKYHAWK EXPRESS INC?
Confirm the authority and insurance on the Motus record for USDOT 2490984. Call the company back on the phone number on file, (270) 618-9779, not a number from an email or load board message. Check that the MC number the dispatcher gave you matches MC862655, and ask the insurer for a certificate of insurance naming you as holder, with cargo coverage that fits your load.
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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 on this page (how corrections work).
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