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K8VH

Active1x2District 8

Competitive callsign — 2 applications filed with the FCC.

License HolderVANDER HEIDE, RICHARD S

License ClassAmateur Extra

Min. Class RequiredAmateur Extra

LocationGrand Haven, MI

Grant DateNov 17, 2016

Expiration DateNov 17, 2026

K8VH is a highly sought-after 1x2 format amateur radio callsign. The license is currently held by VANDER HEIDE, RICHARD S in Grand Haven, MI. 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 VON HOFFMANN, GREGORY on Apr 6, 2016. K8VH has 6 recorded FCC license history events.

CW & Voice Analysis

Morse Code

-.- ---.. ...- ....

CW Weight: 28 units(Light (fast to send))

Voice Phonetics

Kilo Eight Victor Hotel

Readability: 8.5/10(High readability)

License History

Administrative Update AppliedMay 29, 2025
Administrative Update AppliedJun 22, 2022
License RenewedNov 17, 2016
Administrative Update AppliedDec 13, 2012
License RenewedOct 4, 2006
FRN Association Email SentOct 3, 2006

Vanity Application Activity

Competing applications filed with the FCC for this callsign.

VON HOFFMANN, GREGORYFiled Apr 6, 2016
DismissedFCC ↗
Johnston, Michael GFiled Dec 1, 2015
DismissedFCC ↗

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FCC data as of Jul 31, 2026

K8VH FCC Vanity Status: 2 Competing Applications & History