Department of Defense Inspection
Anchor Trailways and Tours just completed another Department of Defense Inspection. It is so amazing the amount of detail the inspectors look at when doing one of these inspections. It is no surprise to me that out of the more than 4000 motorcoach companies that have a Department of Transportation approval to operate, only about 400 have been able to pass this inspection.
Beyond looking at the safety of the vehicle, the Department of Defense inspectors look at the full maintenance system, the driver qualification files, and all operations paperwork. Thankfully, Anchor Trailways and Tours has been through this inspection numerous times and our experienced personnel were ready once again to show all. We have a Number One rating currently. We await the results. However, as a consumer, it is important to note that using even the lowest rated D.O.D approved carrier is still better than one who has never been through this detailed inspection. Ask any carrier to show you their Department of Defense Certification Letter, before you ask about price or the age of the company’s motorcoaches.