Emergency Transportation Services
USA Bus Charter, Inc. knows that all transportation services can be planned in advance. Our company is no stranger to last minute emergency, disaster and evacuation transportation. During the 2005 hurricane season, USA Bus Charter, Inc. played a vital role in evacuating persons after Hurricane Katrina and Rita and provided transportation to thousands of passengers following these storms.
Let Us Design Your Evacuation Transportation Services
USA Bus Charter, Inc. knows what it takes to move people when time is important. We are experts in the business with 23 years of experience in transportation dating back to 1983. Let the staff of our ETRT ( Emergency Transportation Response Team ) plan and carry out your transportation needs should the need ever arise. Benefits of our company include;
Voice Communications
In a time of crisis communications is essential. USA Bus Charter, Inc. utilizes the GLOBALSTAR Satellite communications system as back up source for communications. This means if there is ever an outage of cellular or landline communications we are able to port our telephone system including our toll free number within .15 minutes to our satellite phone system. This will enable us to receive and make calls to handle all of our clients transportation needs. GLOBALSTAR operates the most advanced satellite phone system in the world operating with coverage in more than 120 countries.
Emergency Internet and E-Mail
USA Bus Charter, Inc. is proud to have on demand the use of a satellite based internet and e-mail system. This system allows our company to access the internet to communicate with our clients and affiliates around the U.S. in the event of a loss of local internet and telephone services. Our Phoenix office is also equipped with internet services provided by AIRBAND COMMUNICATIONS, INC. Built on a Cisco powered IP backbone utilizing fixed wireless technologies, airBand has constructed a highly reliable broadband Internet and data access platform.
Off Site Emergency Communications
In the event our corporate office in Phoenix becomes disabled USA Bus Charter, Inc. has remote locations in San Diego, California, Solana Beach, California, Goodyear, Arizona and Las Vegas, Nevada. To communicate with our clients and affiliates we use the GLOBALSTAR satellite handheld communications equipment as well as Verizon Wireless. Our company has (4) dedicated laptops for emergency use which our outfitted with Verizon Wireless PC5740 Aircards which provide wireless internet service and downloads up to 400-700kbps.
Two Way Radio Communications
USA Bus Charter, Inc. knows the importance of having direct and instant communication with our nationwide affiliates, especially during a disaster. Our company and many of our nationwide affiliates utilize the NEXTEL/SPRINT communications network. With the push of a button on a dedicated group channel, USA Bus Charter, Inc. can communicate with affiliates in any of our 350 service markets. In addition, USA Bus Charter, Inc. holds in inventory more than 40 NEXTEL radios which can be shipped, flown in or sent to persons in need during a natural disaster.
On-Site Communications
Lets face it, in a situation like a natural disaster fixed base radio systems and towered cellular networks may not be available. Thus the reason USA Bus Charter, Inc. turns to satellite communications for voice and data. For local onsite communications our company relies on Motorola radios which our company can use for communications within a 10 mile radius in any city in the U.S. This system allows for our onsite staff to dispatch and communicate with buses and drivers who will be used to provide emergency services.
Mobile Command Center
When you need us the most we will be there. USA Bus Charter, Inc. operates one of the only mobile command centers that we know of. This command center can be dispatched to any area of the U.S. within days to act as an onsite office if needed. Within the command center we feature 8 wireless telephones, 4 emergency laptops with wireless and optional satellite connection, fax capabilities, two way radios, television and radio as well as enough resources to house four people for up to seven days at any location with or without power, water or food.
Your Location. Anywhere In The U.S. In Just Hours.
If FAA airspace is not restricted but commercial flights are cancelled, USA Bus Charter, Inc.'s staff have provisions in place to be there - if need be. Our company maintains a relationship with a prominent FBO (Flight Based Operator) that provides on demand charters from our home office area, Phoenix, AZ. Within 6-7 hours our staff can be on the ground in any major U.S. city working with our affiliates to insure that reliable, safe and well planned evacuation transportation services are being provided. Charter jet service to transport staff to your location will average about $4000.00 per hour based on travel time plus landing fees. Other fees may apply.
We Take Emergency Transportation Seriously, Do You ?
As a national company, USA Bus Charter, Inc. knows that disasters will happen. They can be small or they can simply be overwhelming. USA Bus Charter, Inc. knows how to react and respond when it matters most. Call us today and learn more about USA Bus Charter, Inc's ETRT.
More Buses. More Affiliates. More Options.
As one of the nations largest charter bus rental networks we have thousands of companies every year providing service for our clients on a regular basis. Just imagine what a network like USA Bus Charter, Inc. means to you and your group when an emergency strikes. Trust your friends and the professionals at USA Bus Charter, Inc. should the need arise. Call us today and let us send you out our emergency transportation proposal. Create a plan now for transportation, when you need us, and we hope you never do - we'll be there for you !
