K5VGM
Cancelled1x3District 5
Competitive callsign — 1 application filed with the FCC.
License HolderParmalee, John S
License ClassAmateur Extra
Min. Class RequiredGeneral
LocationTehachapi, CA
Grant DateFeb 21, 2024
Cancellation DateMay 8, 2026
Available for ApplicationsMay 9, 2028
K5VGM is a highly sought-after 1x3 format amateur radio callsign. The license is currently held by Parmalee, John S in Tehachapi, CA. This callsign has attracted significant interest in the amateur radio community, with 1 vanity application filed with the FCC. The most recent was submitted by Parmalee, John S on Feb 19, 2014. K5VGM has 7 recorded FCC license history events.
CW & Voice Analysis
Morse Code
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CW Weight: 31 units(Moderate)
Voice Phonetics
Kilo Five Victor Golf Mike
Readability: 9/10(Excellent readability)
Available May 9, 2028 (612 days remaining)
Requires General license or higher to apply for this callsign format (1x3).
License History
- License CanceledMay 8, 2026
- Administrative Update AppliedDec 13, 2025
- License RenewedFeb 21, 2024
- License ModifiedJun 1, 2016
- Vanity Callsign GrantedMar 11, 2014
- License IssuedMar 11, 2014
- License ExpiredSep 6, 2001
Vanity Application Activity
Competing applications filed with the FCC for this callsign.
- Parmalee, John SFiled Feb 19, 2014Not awardedFCC ↗