FLORIDA
PILOT CAR
REQUIREMENTS
CHOOSING GRACE PILOT CARS
MEANS CHOOSING PEACE OF MIND
FLORIDA PILOT CAR REQUIREMENTS
Pilot Car Escorts
A vehicle requires at least one escort when it has:
- A width exceeding 12’ (requires two escorts if the width exceeds 14’) or
- A height exceeding 14’6” or
- A length exceeding 95’ (two escorts may be required in certain instances see Operating Time – Restrictions
An overlength vehicle no longer than 105′ may proceed without escort if the vehicle combination has a minimum of three turning points, exclusive of the steering axle.
State police escorts
When law enforcement escorts are required:
- For loads over 16’ wide/high (two law escorts on state-maintained roadways at all times);
- One law escort and one qualified escort are required when length > 250’
- Loads with height > 16’ up to 18’ require one law escort in addition to one qualified Front escort with a vertical height indicator
- One law escort and one qualified escort are required when traveling on a limited access facility during nighttime hours;
- Oversize loads traveling during nighttime hours;
- Superloads that must travel across structures at reduced speed;
- Superload vehicles traveling against the flow of traffic.
Escorts must be certified to operate in Florida. Requirements include courses on defensive driving and worksite traffic. Escorts already certified in another state will be acceptable for loads whose origin or destination is outside of Florida and escort resides out of state. The programs accepted include the following states: AZ, CO, GA, MN, NC, OK, VA (certificates issued after 1/1/2014 only for 8-hour training), WA, and WI.
Escort vehicle requirements can differ significantly by state in terms of mandatory driver qualifications, training, certifications, vehicle weights, obligatory signage/flags/lighting, necessary onboard equipment, and more.
Please note that these are correct at time of website, and are always subject to change.
Florida
Office of Maintenance
Florida Department of Transportation
605 Suwannee
Permits Sections MS62
Tallahassee, FL 32399-0450
Brandt/DOT Permit Office
2740 Centerview Drive, Suite I-C
Tallahassee, FL 32301
T: 850.410.5777
Hours of Business
Mon – Fri 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Sat 8 AM – Noon [EST]
INTERSTATE TRANSPORT
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fully licensed and insured in all the lower 48 states
To begin with, at GRACE PILOT CARS, we proudly extend our expert services across all the lower 48 states. Therefore, ensuring that no matter where your oversized load needs to travel, we've got you covered. Furthermore, our commitment to safety and efficiency knows no bounds as we navigate the diverse landscapes. With that being said, our company offers pilot car service for a large number of clients in our local states including; Georgia, Florida, North and South Carolina, Tennessee, Kentucky, Mississippi, and Alabama.
Grace Pilot Cars are able to escort you across all of the lower 48 states
Clearly, each of these states presents its own unique challenges and requirements for transporting oversized loads. However, our experienced team is well-equipped to handle them all. Whether you're traversing the sun-soaked highways of Florida or the rolling hills of Tennessee, our company has you covered. In this case, you can trust that our licensed and insured professionals will guide your journey at every step.
Choosing GRACE PILOT CARS means choosing peace of mind. Moreover, you can rest easy knowing that our team understands the intricacies of state regulations and is dedicated to ensuring that your load passes through with the utmost care and precision. Undoubtedly, we don’t just provide a service; we become your trusted partners in the transportation process.
As we work together, you'll discover that our focus remains steadfast on safety, reliability, and timely delivery. Consequently, our mission is simple: to keep the road ahead clear while delivering exceptional service that meets your specific needs. Therefore, we invite you to join the growing list of satisfied clients who have chosen GRACE PILOT CARS as the go-to escort service throughout the lower 48 states. In the event, you need our services, let's hit the road together.