ALASKA WEST EXPRESS INC
AUTHORIZEDDBA: LYNDEN OILFIELD SERVICES
USDOT
222
MC Number
N/A
Fleet Size
136
Total Drivers
119
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: August 23, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
ALASKA WEST EXPRESS INC is a large interstate motor carrier based in FAIRBANKS, Alaska, operating 136 power units with 119 drivers. CarrierOwl is currently validating BASIC percentile display against the official FMCSA SMS portal; use the inspection, out-of-service, crash, authority, and insurance data below as the primary public safety indicators on this page. Their driver out-of-service rate of 0.0% comes in under the 6.7% national average. They have 2 crashes on file. FMCSA records show 241 inspections for this carrier.
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BASIC scores
Under reviewCarrierOwl is validating BASIC percentile calculations against the official FMCSA SMS portal. Until that review is complete, use FMCSA directly for current BASIC percentiles and use the inspection, out-of-service, crash, authority, and insurance data on this page as supporting indicators.
BASIC percentile display is temporarily paused while we validate CarrierOwl's methodology against the official FMCSA SMS portal.
Out-of-service rates vs. national average
An out-of-service order means the driver or vehicle was pulled from operation during a roadside inspection.
For reference, the average driver OOS rate in Alaska is 5.3% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 24.1% across 6,524 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Authorized For Hire
- Cargo Carried
- IEP
- Hazmat
- Yes
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
241
Total
77%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
GREENWICH INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Nov 1, 2025
Cargo
ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Nov 1, 2021
Surety Bond
LIBERTY MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. — eff. Oct 1, 2013
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: Legacy FMCSA. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
2
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is ALASKA WEST EXPRESS INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for ALASKA WEST EXPRESS INC (USDOT #222) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is ALASKA WEST EXPRESS INC's safety record?
ALASKA WEST EXPRESS INC has 241 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 2 matching crashes. They do not show a formal FMCSA safety rating in CarrierOwl's current data. A zero result is limited to the dataset and snapshot window. Verify current BASIC percentiles and crash information directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
How many trucks does ALASKA WEST EXPRESS INC operate?
ALASKA WEST EXPRESS INC operates 136 power units with 119 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does ALASKA WEST EXPRESS INC transport hazardous materials?
Yes. ALASKA WEST EXPRESS INC is flagged for hazardous materials transportation with FMCSA. That means additional safety requirements and more frequent inspections.
Where is ALASKA WEST EXPRESS INC located?
ALASKA WEST EXPRESS INC is based in FAIRBANKS, Alaska at 1095 SANDURI STREET, 99701. Phone: (907) 452-4355.
What are ALASKA WEST EXPRESS INC's out-of-service rates?
ALASKA WEST EXPRESS INC's driver out-of-service rate is 0.0%, compared with the 6.7% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026. Interpret the difference with inspection volume and verify the current FMCSA record. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 21.9%, compared with the 23.4% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026.