AB5R
Expired2x1District 5
Competitive callsign — 12 applications filed with the FCC.
License HolderPayton, Gerald D
License ClassAmateur Extra
Min. Class RequiredAmateur Extra
LocationArlington, TX
Grant DateJun 4, 2015
Expiration DateAug 16, 2025
Available for ApplicationsAug 17, 2027
AB5R is a highly sought-after 2x1 format amateur radio callsign. The license is currently held by Payton, Gerald D in Arlington, TX. This callsign has attracted significant interest in the amateur radio community, with 12 vanity applications filed with the FCC. The most recent was submitted by DeLoach, Stacy L on Sep 3, 2025. AB5R has 10 recorded FCC license history events.
CW & Voice Analysis
Morse Code
.- -... ..... .-.
CW Weight: 20 units(Ultra-light (very fast to send))
Voice Phonetics
Alpha Bravo Five Romeo
Readability: 8/10(High readability)
Available Aug 17, 2027 (348 days remaining)
Requires Amateur Extra license or higher to apply for this callsign format (2x1).
License History
- Administrative Update AppliedApr 13, 2021
- License RenewedJun 4, 2015
- Administrative Update AppliedDec 10, 2008
- Administrative Update AppliedDec 13, 2007
- Vanity Callsign GrantedAug 16, 2005
- License IssuedAug 16, 2005
- Internal Correction AppliedApr 27, 2005
- Internal Correction AppliedApr 27, 2005
- Internal Correction AppliedApr 27, 2005
- FRN Association Letter SentJul 5, 2004
Vanity Application Activity
Competing applications filed with the FCC for this callsign.