MD - Request Class B Licensed Help with Practical Test

[Greg and Mary Brannon]

Also posted in RV Life Forum.

I have my learner's permit and can schedule the Pre-Vehicle Check, Skills and Road Tests after 4/30. I request a MD Non-Commercial Class B licensed volunteer to accompany me to Waldorf for the tests per MD requirements. I'll coordinate scheduling the test for the volunteer's convenience/availability and will pay for the volunteer's time.

My coach has air brakes, so a Class B CDL volunteer may require Air Brake capability, but I'm fuzzy on that since I just learned that MD's Non-Commercial Class B doesn't have additional requirements for Air Brakes. In other words, MD has no Air Brake restriction or additional written testing for Non-Com Class B licenses. Can a CDL Class A/B licensed with an Air Brake restriction drive a non-commercial heavy vehicle with Air Brakes? If that's you, you'd know.

I live in So. MD. Coordinating would be easiest with a nearby volunteer, but getting the test done is more important than it being easy.

Please PM me if you're interested and/or need more details.

Thanks!

Greg.

 

[flyboy013]

I got my non commercial class B at the Waldorf MVA seven years ago and I did have to get the air brakes endorsement. As I understand it, the license doesn’t shown an air brakes endorsement, but it will show an air brakes restriction if you don’t have it. The written test included air brakes question(s) and the practical included walking through the checking of your air brakes.

As for someone to take you to your appointment, as I recall you don’t need someone with a MD non commercial class B license to go with you, just someone licensed to drive the vehicle. So, since Virginia doesn’t require a special license, anyone with a regular Virginia license can go with you. Double check the requirement in case it’s changed. I had someone with a MD CDL take me, and then I took my wife for hers.

I have since moved out of MD, so not around to help you.

 

[Greg and Mary Brannon]

Interesting thought about someone with a VA or similar license.

Thanks for sharing your experience. I've put out feelers in the local CDL communities. I may call the bus companies, but getting their management involved might add complications I don't want.

 

[CoolSteve]

Ok here's the caveat I've never had a ncdl. But I've had a class a cdl for over 40 years and got my first in Glen Burnie. Also was a third party tester in florida. Now...the requirements for air brakes are you have to test for and pass soecific parts of the hands on test. if the vehicle is not equipped with air brakes there is a restriction put on your license. You cannot get a class a without air brakes that I'm aware. Keep in mind that CDL requirements are federal and should not very stat toy state. Again having said all that I don't have experience with Non-existent CDL requirements. Hope you pass and motor on safely!

 

[Rollin Ollen]

Ok here's the caveat I've never had a ncdl. But I've had a class a cdl for over 40 years and got my first in Glen Burnie. Also was a third party tester in florida. Now...the requirements for air brakes are you have to test for and pass soecific parts of the hands on test. if the vehicle is not equipped with air brakes there is a restriction put on your license. You cannot get a class a without air brakes that I'm aware. Keep in mind that CDL requirements are federal and should not very stat toy state. Again having said all that I don't have experience with Non-existent CDL requirements. Hope you pass and motor on safely!

I doubt there is a Class A gas pot that is air brake equipped

 

[kdofat]

Also posted in RV Life Forum.

I have my learner's permit and can schedule the Pre-Vehicle Check, Skills and Road Tests after 4/30. I request a MD Non-Commercial Class B licensed volunteer to accompany me to Waldorf for the tests per MD requirements. I'll coordinate scheduling the test for the volunteer's convenience/availability and will pay for the volunteer's time.

My coach has air brakes, so a Class B CDL volunteer may require Air Brake capability, but I'm fuzzy on that since I just learned that MD's Non-Commercial Class B doesn't have additional requirements for Air Brakes. In other words, MD has no Air Brake restriction or additional written testing for Non-Com Class B licenses. Can a CDL Class A/B licensed with an Air Brake restriction drive a non-commercial heavy vehicle with Air Brakes? If that's you, you'd know.

I live in So. MD. Coordinating would be easiest with a nearby volunteer, but getting the test done is more important than it being easy.

Please PM me if you're interested and/or need more details.

Thanks!

Greg.

I am in the same situation. I have my permit and will need a class b driver to accompany me. Did you get your license?

 

[Greg and Mary Brannon]

Yes I did. I'm not proud of it, but it took me 3 tries, primarily because I didn't understand MD's requirements due to the conflicting information I found on MVA's website. By the 3rd time, I think they were just anxious to be rid of me.

I'd be happy to help you any way I can. I'm available from now 'til Thanksgiving. PM me if you're interested in my help and we can exchange contact info.

Greg.

 

[kdofat]

I don't think i will be ready by Thanksgiving... I am very interested to hear about your experience at the skills test. please pm me for contact info

 

[flyboy013]

Its been about 8 years since I got my non-commercial class B at the Waldorf MVA. I recall having a certain amount of time to do my walk-around. Had to point things out like checking for fluid under coach, tire condition, etc. You also have to do the air brake test. Don't let the examiner slow you down because you only have a certain amount of time to finish.

Then the driving test at the facility included backing up straight and then backing into the next lane. No parallel parking or anything like that.

The driving test was interesting. Mine was leaving MVA, turning right on Post Office Road, right onto St. Charles Parkway, right onto Smallwood, and then back onto Copley and then back into the industrial Park where the MVA is located. A pretty easy drive with mainly right turns.

My wife got a new examiner. They took her a different way. They had her on 925 going past the firehouse to the intersection of 925 and Business 5. They had her make a LEFT turn onto 5 Business to head to the main light there in Waldorf (Business 5, 301, 228).

We still joke (it really wasn't funny) about that idiot examiner that took someone with a learners permit that way and making that left turn.

 

[DennisT]

Ok here's the caveat I've never had a ncdl. But I've had a class a cdl for over 40 years and got my first in Glen Burnie. Also was a third party tester in florida. Now...the requirements for air brakes are you have to test for and pass soecific parts of the hands on test. if the vehicle is not equipped with air brakes there is a restriction put on your license. You cannot get a class a without air brakes that I'm aware. Keep in mind that CDL requirements are federal and should not very stat toy state. Again having said all that I don't have experience with Non-existent CDL requirements. Hope you pass and motor on safely!

Non commercial “CDL” are different and do vary by state. Some don’t have requirements to be tested and a normal driver license covers rigs as well as cars etc.

 

[Wemustrv]

Well as I reaf this you may be better off just to get the commercial CDL B .

To get a non-commercial Class B CDL with an air brake endorsement in Maryland, you must be at least 18 years old, have a valid non-provisional Maryland driver's license, pass the written knowledge and vision tests, and meet all requirements for a standard CDL. Then, you will need to obtain a commercial learner's permit, practice driving, and pass the skills test, which includes a test for air brakes.
Step 1: Meet the prerequisites

• Age: Be at least 18 years old to drive intrastate (within Maryland).
• Driver's License: Hold a valid, full (non-provisional) Maryland driver's license.
• Residency: Provide proof of Maryland residency.
• Medical: Obtain a valid Department of Transportation (DOT) medical certificate.
• Citizenship: Prove lawful admission into the United States or permanent residency.

Step 2: Prepare for the CDL learner's permit

• Knowledge and Vision Tests: Pass the required knowledge and vision tests to be issued a commercial learner's permit (CLP).
• Study: Study the Maryland CDL manual to prepare for the knowledge test, which covers general knowledge and specific air brake rules.
• Fees: Pay the necessary fees for the permit.

Step 3: Practice and prepare for the skills test

• Practice: Hold your CLP for at least 14 days and practice driving to prepare for the skills test.
• Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT): Complete the mandatory Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) if you have not already.
• Skills Training: Complete any necessary skills training, which often includes range and road training.

Step 4: Pass the final skills test

• Schedule the test: Schedule a final CDL skills test with the Maryland MVA.
• Provide the vehicle: Bring a vehicle that is equipped with air brakes for the test.
• Pass the test: Complete and pass the full CDL skills test, which will evaluate your ability to operate the vehicle safely with air brakes.

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