K5BFO
Available1x3District 5
Competitive callsign — 4 applications filed with the FCC.
License HolderBates, Horace R
License ClassTechnician
Min. Class RequiredGeneral
LocationCorinth, TX
Grant DateJul 23, 2011
Expiration DateJul 23, 2021
Cancellation DateJul 25, 2023
Available for ApplicationsJul 24, 2023
K5BFO is a highly sought-after 1x3 format amateur radio callsign. The license is currently held by Bates, Horace R in Corinth, TX. This callsign has attracted significant interest in the amateur radio community, with 4 vanity applications filed with the FCC. The most recent was submitted by LAMB JR, SEAN R on Mar 5, 2025. K5BFO has 3 recorded FCC license history events.
CW & Voice Analysis
Morse Code
-.- ..... -... ..-. ---
CW Weight: 33 units(Moderate)
Voice Phonetics
Kilo Five Bravo Foxtrot Oscar
Readability: 8/10(High readability)
This callsign is available now
Requires General license or higher to apply for this callsign format (1x3).
License History
- License ExpiredJul 25, 2023
- License IssuedJul 23, 2011
- Vanity Callsign GrantedJul 23, 2011
Vanity Application Activity
Competing applications filed with the FCC for this callsign.