K3NW
Active1x2District 3
Competitive callsign — 2 applications filed with the FCC.
License HolderSchnackel, Rick R
License ClassAmateur Extra
Min. Class RequiredAmateur Extra
LocationOsage City, KS
Grant DateFeb 20, 2019
Expiration DateMay 5, 2029
K3NW is a highly sought-after 1x2 format amateur radio callsign. The license is currently held by Schnackel, Rick R in Osage City, KS. This callsign has attracted significant interest in the amateur radio community, with 2 vanity applications filed with the FCC. The most recent was submitted by Nowak, Alexander A on Feb 23, 2026. K3NW has 12 recorded FCC license history events.
CW & Voice Analysis
Morse Code
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CW Weight: 27 units(Light (fast to send))
Voice Phonetics
Kilo Three November Whiskey
Readability: 8/10(High readability)
License History
- Administrative Update AppliedOct 11, 2023
- License RenewedFeb 20, 2019
- Administrative Update AppliedAug 14, 2018
- Administrative Update AppliedJul 6, 2012
- Administrative Update AppliedJun 4, 2010
- Administrative Update AppliedJun 9, 2009
- License IssuedMay 5, 2009
- Vanity Callsign GrantedMay 5, 2009
- Internal Correction AppliedApr 16, 2009
- Internal Correction AppliedApr 16, 2009
- Administrative Update AppliedJun 20, 2005
Vanity Application Activity
Competing applications filed with the FCC for this callsign.