AB1Y
Active2x1District 1
Competitive callsign — 22 applications filed with the FCC.
License HolderGRIMES, AUSTIN R
License ClassAmateur Extra
Min. Class RequiredAmateur Extra
LocationKEY WEST, FL
Grant DateJan 11, 2025
Expiration DateJan 11, 2035
AB1Y is a highly sought-after 2x1 format amateur radio callsign. The license is currently held by GRIMES, AUSTIN R in KEY WEST, FL. This callsign has attracted significant interest in the amateur radio community, with 22 vanity applications filed with the FCC. The most recent was submitted by GUNNERSON, BRYON C on Feb 27, 2026. AB1Y has 9 recorded FCC license history events.
CW & Voice Analysis
Morse Code
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CW Weight: 33 units(Moderate)
Voice Phonetics
Alpha Bravo One Yankee
Readability: 8.5/10(High readability)
License History
- Vanity Callsign GrantedJan 11, 2025
- License IssuedJan 11, 2025
- License CanceledDec 23, 2022
- License IssuedMar 12, 2021
- Vanity Callsign GrantedMar 12, 2021
- Internal Correction AppliedJan 13, 2021
- Internal Correction AppliedJan 13, 2021
- License RenewedDec 15, 2010
- License IssuedOct 24, 2000
Vanity Application Activity
Competing applications filed with the FCC for this callsign.