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KI0W

Active2x1District 0

Competitive callsign — 5 applications filed with the FCC.

License HolderJohnston, Jeff R

License ClassAmateur Extra

Min. Class RequiredAmateur Extra

LocationEmbarrass, MN

Grant DateDec 14, 2018

Expiration DateDec 14, 2028

KI0W is a highly sought-after 2x1 format amateur radio callsign. The license is currently held by Johnston, Jeff R in Embarrass, MN. This callsign has attracted significant interest in the amateur radio community, with 5 vanity applications filed with the FCC. The most recent was submitted by Johnston, Jeff R on Nov 26, 2018. KI0W has 6 recorded FCC license history events.

CW & Voice Analysis

Morse Code

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CW Weight: 31 units(Moderate)

Voice Phonetics

Kilo India Zero Whiskey

Readability: 7.5/10(High readability)

License History

Administrative Update AppliedSep 12, 2023
Vanity Callsign GrantedDec 14, 2018
License IssuedDec 14, 2018
Internal Correction AppliedOct 2, 2018
Internal Correction AppliedOct 2, 2018
License RenewedApr 7, 2009

Vanity Application Activity

Competing applications filed with the FCC for this callsign.

Johnston, Jeff RFiled Nov 26, 2018
Not awardedFCC ↗
GORDON, RICHARD EFiled Nov 5, 2018
Not awardedFCC ↗
Chavis, Chris MFiled Nov 2, 2018
Not awardedFCC ↗
GARDNER, DAVID FFiled Nov 1, 2018

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Olivieri, Marco FlavioFiled Dec 23, 2013

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KI0W FCC Vanity Status: 5 Competing Applications & History