K8SMS
Active1x3District 8
Competitive callsign — 6 applications filed with the FCC.
License HolderShirkey, Steven M
License ClassAmateur Extra
Min. Class RequiredGeneral
LocationHowell, MI
Grant DateMay 27, 2022
Expiration DateMay 27, 2032
K8SMS is a highly sought-after 1x3 format amateur radio callsign. The license is currently held by Shirkey, Steven M in Howell, MI. 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 Morrison, Austin D on Jul 2, 2025. K8SMS has 9 recorded FCC license history events.
CW & Voice Analysis
Morse Code
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CW Weight: 30 units(Light (fast to send))
Voice Phonetics
Kilo Eight Sierra Mike Sierra
Readability: 7.5/10(High readability)
License History
- License ModifiedJan 10, 2024
- License ModifiedJan 19, 2023
- License IssuedMay 27, 2022
- Vanity Callsign GrantedMay 27, 2022
- License CanceledNov 4, 2017
- Administrative Update AppliedOct 6, 2017
- Administrative Update AppliedJul 7, 2016
- License IssuedAug 11, 2015
- Vanity Callsign GrantedAug 11, 2015
Vanity Application Activity
Competing applications filed with the FCC for this callsign.