AB9BA
Available2x2District 9
Competitive callsign — 11 applications filed with the FCC.
License HolderHodgins, David J
License ClassAmateur Extra
Min. Class RequiredGeneral
LocationSalem, IL
Grant DateNov 3, 2015
Expiration DateNov 3, 2025
Cancellation DateDec 2, 2016
Available for ApplicationsDec 3, 2018
AB9BA is a highly sought-after 2x2 format amateur radio callsign. The license is currently held by Hodgins, David J in Salem, IL. This callsign has attracted significant interest in the amateur radio community, with 11 vanity applications filed with the FCC. The most recent was submitted by Diwan, Linkesh A on Jul 29, 2025. AB9BA has 23 recorded FCC license history events.
CW & Voice Analysis
Morse Code
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CW Weight: 33 units(Moderate)
Voice Phonetics
Alpha Bravo Nine Bravo Alpha
Readability: 8/10(High readability)
This callsign is available now
Requires General license or higher to apply for this callsign format (2x2).
License History
- License CanceledDec 2, 2016
- Administrative Update AppliedNov 15, 2016
- License IssuedNov 3, 2015
- Vanity Callsign GrantedNov 3, 2015
- License CanceledDec 27, 2012
- Administrative Update AppliedOct 10, 2012
- Administrative Update AppliedOct 10, 2012
- Vanity Callsign GrantedSep 7, 2012
- License IssuedSep 7, 2012
- License CanceledOct 1, 2010
- Administrative Update AppliedSep 28, 2010
- Administrative Update Applied
Vanity Application Activity
Competing applications filed with the FCC for this callsign.