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Our Story

Built on Trust. Driven by Excellence.

For over 15 years, American Eagle Charters has been the West Coast's most trusted name in group transportation — connecting people, communities, and businesses with safe, reliable, and comfortable coach travel.

2009
Year Founded
10+
Vehicles in Fleet
500+
Trips Completed
98%
On-Time Rate
Michael Hargrove, Founder & CEO

Elvis Morales

Founder & CEO, American Eagle Charters

Our History

How We Started

American Eagle Charters was founded in 2009 by Elvis Morales, a former long-haul driver who believed group transportation deserved the same level of professionalism and care as any premium service. Starting with a single coach and a commitment to never missing a pickup, Michael built the company one satisfied client at a time.

What began as a small operation serving the San Francisco Bay Area has grown into a full-scale charter company with a fleet of 50+ vehicles, serving corporate clients, schools, sports teams, and families across San Francisco, San Jose, Sacramento, Modesto, Fresno, Bakersfield, and the broader West Coast. Through every mile, our founding principle has never changed: your group arrives safely, on time, and in comfort — guaranteed.

Today, American Eagle Charters is proud to be the preferred transportation partner for Fortune 500 companies, major universities, professional sports organizations, and thousands of families who trust us with their most important journeys.

What We Stand For

Our Core Values

Safety First

Every decision we make starts with safety. From vehicle maintenance to driver training, we hold ourselves to the highest standards in the industry.

Punctuality

We understand your time is valuable. Our dispatch team monitors every trip in real time to ensure on-time arrivals, every single time.

Transparency

No hidden fees, no surprises. Our quotes are clear and comprehensive, and our team is always available to answer your questions.

Community

We're proud to serve the communities we operate in. From school field trips to local charity events, we give back to the regions that have supported us.

Safety & Compliance

Safety Is Not Optional

We hold ourselves to a higher standard because your group deserves nothing less. Our safety program exceeds all federal and state requirements.

DOT Certified Fleet

All vehicles are registered and compliant with Department of Transportation regulations, inspected regularly by certified mechanics.

CDL-Licensed Drivers

Every driver holds a valid Commercial Driver's License with passenger endorsement and undergoes annual recertification.

Drug & Alcohol Testing

All drivers participate in our random drug and alcohol testing program, exceeding FMCSA requirements.

Fully Insured

American Eagle Charters carries comprehensive commercial liability insurance well above the minimum required coverage.

GPS Fleet Monitoring

Real-time GPS tracking on every vehicle allows our dispatch team to monitor routes, speed, and driver behavior 24/7.

Pre-Trip Inspections

Drivers complete a thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspection checklist before and after every single journey.

Vehicle safety inspection
American Eagle Charters professional drivers

Our Team

The People Behind Every Trip

Our drivers and staff are the heart of American Eagle Charters. Experienced, professional, and genuinely passionate about getting you there safely.

Average 8 years
Driver experience
100%
Background checked
40+ hours
Annual training
24/7
Dispatch support

Ready to Ride with Us?

Join thousands of satisfied clients who trust American Eagle Charters for their most important group travel.