K8DES
Cancelled1x3District 8
Competitive callsign — 6 applications filed with the FCC.
License HolderStewart SR, Dougley E
License ClassGeneral
Min. Class RequiredGeneral
LocationMalibu, CA
Grant DateOct 2, 2018
Cancellation DateOct 22, 2024
Available for ApplicationsOct 23, 2026
K8DES is a highly sought-after 1x3 format amateur radio callsign. The license is currently held by Stewart SR, Dougley E in Malibu, CA. This callsign has attracted significant interest in the amateur radio community, with 6 vanity applications filed with the FCC. The most recent was submitted by Stewart, Dougley E on Dec 3, 2008. K8DES has 5 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 Eight Delta Echo Sierra
Readability: 7.5/10(High readability)
Available Oct 23, 2026 (105 days remaining)
Requires General license or higher to apply for this callsign format (1x3).
License History
- License CanceledOct 22, 2024
- License ModifiedMar 1, 2019
- License RenewedOct 2, 2018
- License IssuedDec 23, 2008
- Vanity Callsign GrantedDec 23, 2008
Vanity Application Activity
Competing applications filed with the FCC for this callsign.