Southern Air Freight INC
28
Power Units
28
Drivers
Est. 1995 (30 yrs)
Authority Age
S
Safety Rating
Company Overview
SOUTHERN AIR FREIGHT INC is an active carrier & broker registered with the FMCSA since August 1995. Based in CLEVELAND, TN, They are classified as Interstate and operate interstate (beyond 100 miles). Their inferred equipment specialization is Reefer.
Equipment Analysis
Based on FMCSA cargo authorization flags and fleet composition data, Southern Air Freight INC appears to operate the following equipment types:
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Fleet Breakdown
| Equipment | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tractors | 28 | 0 | 0 | 28 |
| Trailers | 28 | 0 | 0 | 28 |
Fleet Size Classification: 1,001-5,000 Trucks
Authorized Cargo Types
Southern Air Freight INC is authorized to transport the following 2 cargo types:
Operations Scope
CDL Drivers: 28
MCS-150 Mileage: 2,095,792 miles (2024)
Driver Information
28
Total Drivers
28
CDL Drivers
28
Interstate Drivers
Dispatch Services in TN
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Safety Performance
Average
Near national average
O Trucking Safety Grade
32
Inspections
24 months
45
Violations
Total found
3
Out of Service
Orders issued
Out-of-Service Rates vs National Average
✗ Worse than national average (+2.4%)
✓ Better than national average (-21.5%)
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/08/2026 | MD | Walk-Around | 3 | ✓ |
| 01/21/2026 | NY | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 01/19/2026 | MD | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 01/14/2026 | PA | Driver Only | 5 | ✓ |
| 01/04/2026 | GA | Driver Only | 2 | ✓ |
| 12/09/2025 | NY | Walk-Around | 2 | ✓ |
| 11/29/2025 | KY | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 11/23/2025 | PA | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 11/13/2025 | WI | Driver Only | 2 | ✓ |
| 10/29/2025 | NH | Driver Only | 2 | 1 |
| 10/28/2025 | GA | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 10/08/2025 | NC | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 10/02/2025 | OH | Full | 1 | ✓ |
| 08/18/2025 | NC | Walk-Around | 0 | ✓ |
| 07/14/2025 | SC | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
Showing 15 of 32 inspections.
Inspection data from FMCSA (24-month window). Updated daily. View full inspection history on FMCSA →
Violation Breakdown
Insurance & Bonding
BIPD
$750,000
CENTRAL MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY
Cargo
Not on file
Bond
Not on file
| Type | Insurance Company | Form | Policy # | Coverage | Effective |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIPD | CENTRAL MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | 91X | 8651004 | $750,000 | 06/01/2025 |
View Insurance History (9 past records)
| Type | Company | Policy # | Effective | Cancelled | Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FARMLAND MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | CA 132662A | 06/01/2011 | 07/11/2013 | TERM/CANCL | |
| FARMLAND MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | CA 132662A | 06/01/2011 | 07/02/2013 | TERM/REPL | |
| AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY | 49-503007-00 | 07/02/2013 | 06/13/2018 | TERM/REPL | |
| CENTRAL MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | 8651004 | 06/01/2019 | 06/04/2025 | TERM/CANCL | |
| CENTRAL MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | 8651004 | 06/01/2019 | 06/01/2025 | TERM/REPL | |
| AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY | 49-503007-00 | 06/13/2018 | 06/01/2019 | CANCEL | |
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CT781443-8009-091 | 05/21/2009 | 06/01/2011 | TERM/REPL | |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TN566967 | 05/21/2007 | 05/21/2009 | TERM/REPL | |
| NATIONAL INDEMNITY COMPANY OF THE SOUTH | 74APN406645 | 05/21/2006 | 05/21/2007 | CANCEL |
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Crash History
2
Total Crashes
0
Fatalities
0
Injuries
2
Tow-Aways
| Date | State | Location | Fatal | Injuries | Tow |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/29/2026 | TN | NASHVILLE, TN | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 06/09/2025 | PA | pocono twp, PA | 0 | 0 | Yes |
Crash data from FMCSA. Does not include driver information per federal privacy requirements. View full crash report on FMCSA →
Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment does SOUTHERN AIR FREIGHT INC operate?
Based on their FMCSA cargo classifications and fleet data, SOUTHERN AIR FREIGHT INC is inferred to operate: Reefer.
Is SOUTHERN AIR FREIGHT INC's authority currently active?
SOUTHERN AIR FREIGHT INC currently holds active operating authority with the FMCSA.
How long has SOUTHERN AIR FREIGHT INC been in business?
SOUTHERN AIR FREIGHT INC has been registered with the FMCSA since August 1995, making their authority approximately 30 years, 8 months old.
Where is SOUTHERN AIR FREIGHT INC located?
SOUTHERN AIR FREIGHT INC is physically located at 1700 SPRING PLACE RD SE, CLEVELAND, TN 37311.
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