Aurora Transportation
Phone (907) 644-9036Anchorage, AK
Find this carrier by: USDOT 1663276 · MC 1193990 · 907-644-9036 · 9076449036 · Anchorage, AK
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- USDOT
- USDOT1663276
- MC
- 1193990
- Registered
- 2007 · 19 yrs
- Location
- Anchorage, AK
- MCS-150 filed
- Mar 4, 2026
USDOT registration
Active
Registration status; not operating authority
Authority record
Listed active
Common carrier; verify in Motus
Insurance record
$1 Million
Stored BIPD filing
Safety rating
Not rated
No safety rating available; not a safety verdict
Overview
The short version and the key numbers.
Aurora Transportation is an active carrier and shipper based in Anchorage, AK, registered with FMCSA under USDOT 1663276 and MC 1193990. Phone: (907) 644-9036. It reports 5 power units and 3 drivers on its MCS-150 (Mar 4, 2026). In the last 24 months it had 15 roadside inspections, a 60% vehicle out-of-service rate (national average 22.9%) and no reportable crashes in the available records.
USDOT 1663276 was first registered with FMCSA on Jul 5, 2007 (19 years ago), and its most recent MCS-150 filing is dated Mar 4, 2026. The last insurance cancellation on file (BIPD/Primary with Umialik Insurance Company) took effect May 12, 2026, recorded as "TERM/REPL". Its vehicles were inspected 15 times on record, most recently on Oct 22, 2026, most often in AK.
Equipment on record
VIN = decoded from the carrier's vehicles · Inspection = seen at roadside inspections · MCS-150 = filed by the carrier
Dates behind this profile
- MCS-150 filing
- Mar 4, 2026
- Registration record changed
- Oct 29, 2026
- Latest inspection recorded
- Oct 22, 2026
- Latest crash recorded
- Not available
- Latest vehicle observation
- Oct 22, 2026
Each date applies to its own record. A registration change does not mean every filing changed. An inspection or vehicle observation describes that date, not continuous operation today.
USDOT registration and operating authority are different records. A crash entry records involvement, not a finding of fault. Missing information is not a clean safety record.
Company details
Filed identity, officers, contacts and registration details.
Company identity & officers
- Company officer
- Gregory J Sambo
- Company officer 2
- Barbara Ross
- Legal name
- Aurora Transportation
- Doing business as
- Aurora Towing
- Classification
- Private (Property) · Authorized For-Hire
- Registered as
- Carrier & Shipper
Registration & filings
- USDOT number
- 1663276
- Docket numbers
- MC 1193990 (active)
- Registered
- Jul 5, 2007 (19 yrs)
- Last MCS-150
- Mar 4, 2026
- Usual MCS-150 schedule
- June 2027 (see temporary relief below)
- Operation
- Interstate
- Hazmat, as filed
- Yes
- Passenger carrier, as filed
- Not available
FMCSA currently provides additional time for biennial updates due on or after June 1, 2026 and suspends USDOT inactivation for those missed updates. The usual schedule above does not establish a violation. Read our update guide and the cited FMCSA notice (guidance checked October 20, 2026).
Carriers in Anchorage, AK
- USDOT registrations in Anchorage
- 2,563
- Currently active
- 1,770 (69%)
- One-truck operations
- 1,348 (53%)
- With for-hire authority
- 427 (17%)
- Registered in the last 12 months
- 72
From FMCSA census records as of Nov 7, 2026. This carrier reports 5 power units against a local average of 10.7.
Find this carrier by
- USDOT
- 1663276
- Docket numbers
- MC 1193990
- Phone
- (907) 644-9036907-644-90369076449036
- Fax
- (907) 522-9360907-522-93609075229360
- barb@aurora-towing.com
- Officers
- Gregory J Sambo, Barbara Ross
- Legal name
- Aurora Transportation
- DBA
- Aurora Towing
- Address
- 2530 E 79Th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99507
- VINs inspected under this USDOT
- 3FRNX6HD3FV001464, 3C7WRNFJ4FG697841, 1HTMMAAL55H105942, 1HTMMAAM8BH283655
Available registration and contact identifiers. Vehicle identifiers below are a recent sample; open a VIN or plate to see its dated records.
Legitimacy check
A quick screen from public records. A flag is a reason to verify, not proof of wrongdoing.
- Pass: Not on the U.S. sanctions list
Name does not match the Treasury OFAC list.
- Pass: USDOT registration is active
FMCSA lists USDOT 1663276 as active.
- Check: Verify current operating authority
Stored legacy record lists Common carrier as active; confirm the current status in Motus.
- Check: Verify current insurance
Stored BIPD amount: $1 Million. Check Motus filings and confirm coverage with the insurer.
- Pass: No federal out-of-service orders
None on record for this USDOT.
- Pass: No prior revocation linked
No earlier revoked USDOT is linked to this one.
- Check: Shares an officer with 1 inactive USDOT number
See Connected companies below.
Connected companies
Other USDOT numbers that share an officer, phone or address with this carrier. A match is a lead to check, not proof.
- Aurora Transportations Services INCUSDOT 4405423 · Anchorage, AKSame addressSame phoneActiveLikely same owner
- Ross Enterprises INCUSDOT 2726787 · Onawa, IASame officerActivePossible link
- R2 Solutions INCUSDOT 2556424 · Parker, COSame officerNot activePossible link
Matched on FMCSA filings: company officer names, phone and physical address. Large fleets and shared office buildings can match by chance.
Authority & insurance
Stored filing details and guidance for checking current status.
FMCSA filing records
Authority, insurance and notice records can include earlier filings. Read each recorded status and effective date; a filing alone does not confirm current authority or insurance coverage. Missing records do not establish unauthorized operation or missing insurance.
Amounts are shown exactly as filed, without scaling or currency conversion. Confirm coverage and amounts with the insurer.
Operating authority
0 available records · FMCSA release date: Nov 7, 2026. The release date applies to this collection, not the effective date of every filing.
No matching filings available here. This does not establish that no filing exists.
Insurance filings
0 available records · FMCSA release date: Nov 7, 2026. The release date applies to this collection, not the effective date of every filing.
No matching filings available here. This does not establish that no filing exists.
Suspension and revocation notices
0 available records · FMCSA release date: Nov 7, 2026. The release date applies to this collection, not the effective date of every filing.
No matching filings available here. This does not establish that no filing exists.
Insurance history
0 available records · FMCSA release date: Nov 7, 2026. The release date applies to this collection, not the effective date of every filing.
No matching filings available here. This does not establish that no filing exists.
Earlier FMCSA filing records
These records may omit later filings. Their presence does not establish current authority or coverage. Missing records do not establish that a carrier is unauthorized or uninsured. Check current records in FMCSA Motus, then confirm coverage directly with the insurer. Follow the verification guide and its FMCSA sources. Guidance checked October 20, 2026.
Stored operating authority
| Authority type | Recorded status | Application pending | Revocation pending |
|---|---|---|---|
| Common | Active | None | None |
| Contract | None | None | None |
| Broker | None | None | None |
Recorded categories and dockets
- MC 1193990
- Active
Stored insurance filing fields
- Liability (BIPD)
- $1 Million
- Cargo
- Not on file
- Bond / trust
- Not on file
Insurance filings
| Type | Insurer | Form | Policy | Coverage | Effective |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liability (BIPD) | United Financial Casualty Company | 91X | CA00583992 | $1 Million | May 12, 2026 |
Insurance history
| Type | Insurer | Policy | Effective | Cancelled | How it ended |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIPD/Primary | Umialik Insurance Company | CPP 1106717 08 | Jan 1, 2023 | May 12, 2026 | Replaced (TERM/REPL) |
| BIPD/Primary | Umialik Insurance Company | CPP1106717 06 | Jan 1, 2021 | Jan 1, 2023 | Replaced (TERM/REPL) |
| BIPD/Primary | Umialik Insurance Company | CPP1106717 06 | Jan 1, 2021 | Jan 1, 2021 | Replaced (TERM/REPL) |
"On file" means FMCSA received the filing. It does not confirm the policy is active today.
Safety
FMCSA's rating and how this carrier compares with the national average.
Safety rating
- Rating
- Not rated
- Recordable crash rate
- 0.000
- Driver inspections (24 mo)
- 14 (3 out of service)
- Vehicle inspections (24 mo)
- 10 (6 out of service)
Out-of-service rates (24 months)
FMCSA BASICs
| Category | Percentile | Measure | Inspections with violation | Acute / critical | Alert |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unsafe Driving | Not public | 0 | 0 | No | Not available |
| Hours-of-Service | Not public | 0 | 0 | No | Not available |
| Driver Fitness | Not public | 1.36 | 2 | No | Not available |
| Controlled Substances | Not public | 0 | 0 | No | Not available |
| Vehicle Maintenance | Not public | 11.88 | 9 | No | Not available |
Percentile: 0 is best, 100 is worst. FMCSA flags an alert above its threshold (65–80% depending on category). Some property-carrier percentiles are not public.
Most-cited violations, in plain English
| Code | What it means | Times | Out of service |
|---|---|---|---|
| 393.209D-STPAL | — | 2 | 2 |
| 390.21TC-MC | — | 1 | 0 |
| 391.11B5-LNCDLNVL | — | 1 | 1 |
| 391.15A-LNCDLNSRW | — | 1 | 1 |
| 392.2-SLLS3 | State/local laws — Speeding 11-14 mph over limit | 1 | 0 |
| 392.2-SLLSR | — | 1 | 0 |
Inspections & crashes
Roadside inspections and reportable crashes in the last 24 months.
Inspection, violation and out-of-service counts: FMCSA 24-month inspection record, as of Nov 7, 2026.
Most recent
- Last inspection
- Oct 22, 2026
Latest inspections
| Date | Inspection ID | State | Location | Level | Driver viol. / OOS | Vehicle viol. / OOS | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 22, 2026 | 89358863 | AK | Cantwell Ak | Driver only (Level 3) | 2 / 1 | 1 / 0 | 3 violations
|
| Jul 18, 2026 | 88460441 | AK | Anchorage Ak | Full (Level 1) | 0 / 0 | 3 / 2 | 3 violations
|
| Jul 18, 2026 | 88460760 | AK | Anchorage Ak | Full (Level 1) | 0 / 0 | 1 / 0 | 1 violation
|
| Apr 9, 2026 | 87545299 | AK | Anchorage Ak | Driver only (Level 3) | 0 / 0 | 0 / 0 | No detailed violation records available |
| Mar 17, 2026 | 87321600 | AK | Anchorage Ak | Walk-around (Level 2) | 0 / 0 | 3 / 2 | 3 violations
|
| Mar 7, 2026 | 87240608 | AK | Anchorage Ak | Special study (Level 4) | 0 / 0 | 0 / 0 | No detailed violation records available |
| Jan 24, 2026 | 86889591 | AK | Anchorage Ak | Walk-around (Level 2) | 1 / 1 | 2 / 0 | 3 violations
|
| Nov 18, 2025 | 86360151 | AK | Anchorage Ak | Walk-around (Level 2) | 0 / 0 | 2 / 2 | 2 violations
|
| Sep 23, 2025 | 85862281 | AK | Anchorage Ak | Driver only (Level 3) | 0 / 0 | 0 / 0 | No detailed violation records available |
| Jul 31, 2025 | 85395839 | AK | Anchorage Ak | Walk-around (Level 2) | 0 / 1 | 0 / 1 | 4 violations
|
Showing the 10 most recent of 15 inspection records on file.
Latest crashes
A roadside out-of-service finding applies to the inspected driver or vehicle; it is different from a federal order against the carrier. Crash involvement does not determine fault or preventability. Counts cover the stated reporting period, not the carrier’s entire history.
Where its vehicles were inspected
| State | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|
| AK · Alaska | 15 | 8 |
The states where FMCSA recorded roadside inspections for this USDOT. A rough picture of where the fleet runs, not a list of lanes.
Inspections and crashes by year
| Year | Inspections | Violations | Out of service | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 7 | 13 | 6 | 0 |
| 2025 | 8 | 13 | 6 | 0 |
Fleet & drivers
Filed fleet and driver counts, cargo types, and vehicles observed at inspections.
Vehicles filed on the MCS-150
| Vehicle | Owned | Term leased | Trip leased |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trucks | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Tractors | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Drivers
- Total drivers
- 3
- CDL drivers
- 1
- Interstate, over 100 mi
- 0
- Interstate, within 100 mi
- 2
- Intrastate, over 100 mi
- 0
- Intrastate, within 100 mi
- 1
- Leased drivers / month
- Not available
Operations
- Power units
- 5
- Trucks
- 5
- Buses
- 0
- Annual miles
- 13,500 (2025)
- Seen at inspections
- 4 trucks
Vehicles inspected under this USDOT
| VIN | Year | Make & model | Type | Plate | Inspections | Last seen | Violations / OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3FRNX6HD3FV001464 | 2015 | Ford F-650 | Straight Truck | KPS108 AK | 5 | Oct 22, 2026 | 5 / 3 |
| 3C7WRNFJ4FG697841 | 2015 | Ram 5500 | Straight Truck | KBZ569 AK | 4 | Jul 18, 2026 | 7 / 3 |
| 1HTMMAAL55H105942 | 2005 | International 4300 | Straight Truck | GYZ652 AK | 4 | Apr 9, 2026 | 6 / 3 |
| 1HTMMAAM8BH283655 | 2011 | International Ma025 | Straight Truck | LED722 AK | 2 | Jul 31, 2025 | 4 / 2 |
Vehicles recorded at roadside inspections under this USDOT (the carrier operated them; this is not a record of ownership). Open a VIN or plate for its dated carrier associations and available history. Plates can change or be reassigned. Vehicle details reflect filed records and available VIN decoding; these observations are not a complete fleet or ownership history.
Equipment evidence
- Straight TruckInspection 4 straight trucks recorded at roadside inspections
Cargo carried, as filed
Changes & history
Dated changes, earlier values and filing history for this registration.
Timeline of this registration
- Most recent vehicle recorded at a roadside inspection.
- Most recent roadside inspection on file.
- Record updated: drivers 2 → 3.
- Insurance cancelled: BIPD/Primary with Umialik Insurance Company (MC1193990) — TERM/REPL.
- MCS-150 filing on record.
- First vehicle recorded at a roadside inspection under this USDOT.
- Earliest roadside inspection on file.
- Insurance filed: BIPD/Primary with Umialik Insurance Company (MC1193990).
- Insurance cancelled: BIPD/Primary with Umialik Insurance Company (MC1193990) — TERM/REPL.
- Insurance filed: BIPD/Primary with Umialik Insurance Company (MC1193990).
- Insurance cancelled: BIPD/Primary with Umialik Insurance Company (MC1193990) — TERM/REPL.
- Registered with FMCSA as USDOT 1663276.
Dates come from FMCSA filings and inspection records as filed; a filing date is when FMCSA recorded it, not when an event happened on the road.
Recent changes to the record
| Date | Field | Before | After |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 11, 2026 | Drivers | 2 | 3 |
MCS-150 filings on record
- MCS-150 filed
Registration
- First registered with FMCSA
- Jul 5, 2007
- Last MCS-150 update
- Mar 4, 2026
Questions & answers
Quick answers, written from this carrier's FMCSA record.
Is Aurora Transportation an active carrier?
The available FMCSA record lists USDOT 1663276 as active. Registration is separate from operating authority and insurance coverage.
What is Aurora Transportation's USDOT and MC number?
USDOT 1663276; docket number MC 1193990.
How do I contact Aurora Transportation?
As filed with FMCSA: phone (907) 644-9036; fax (907) 522-9360; email barb@aurora-towing.com; address 2530 E 79Th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99507.
What insurance does this record show for Aurora Transportation?
The stored legacy record shows $1 Million liability (BIPD). This does not establish current coverage or uninsured status. Check current filings in FMCSA Motus and confirm coverage with the insurer.
What is Aurora Transportation's safety rating?
No FMCSA safety rating is available here. Not rated does not mean safe or unsafe.
How many trucks and drivers does Aurora Transportation have?
Power units: 5; drivers: 3, as filed on its MCS-150 (Mar 4, 2026).
What does Aurora Transportation haul?
Its FMCSA filing lists these cargo types: motor vehicles, drive-away/tow-away, mobile homes, machinery (large), other, plus large freight trailers.
What equipment does Aurora Transportation operate?
On government records: Straight Truck (4 straight trucks recorded at roadside inspections).
How many inspections and crashes has Aurora Transportation had?
Inspections: 15; crashes recorded: 0, in the available 24-month records.
What is the usual MCS-150 update schedule for Aurora Transportation?
The usual USDOT-digit schedule gives June 2027. The latest filing stored here is Mar 4, 2026. FMCSA currently gives extra time for biennial updates due on or after June 1, 2026 and has suspended inactivation for those missed updates. This calculated date is not a finding of noncompliance. Check the linked FMCSA notice for changes.
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