KK5MEL
Available2x3District 5
Competitive callsign — 1 application filed with the FCC.
License HolderVOLPE, DWIGHT C
License ClassGeneral
Min. Class RequiredTechnician
LocationCHICAGO HEIGHTS, IL
Grant DateMay 30, 2014
Expiration DateMay 30, 2024
Cancellation DateJun 2, 2026
Available for ApplicationsMay 31, 2026
KK5MEL is a highly sought-after 2x3 format amateur radio callsign. The license is currently held by VOLPE, DWIGHT C in CHICAGO HEIGHTS, IL. 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 Shaw, Melissa D on May 12, 2014. KK5MEL has 3 recorded FCC license history events.
CW & Voice Analysis
Morse Code
-.- -.- ..... -- . .-..
CW Weight: 32 units(Moderate)
Voice Phonetics
Kilo Kilo Five Mike Echo Lima
Readability: 8/10(High readability)
This callsign is available now
Requires Technician license or higher to apply for this callsign format (2x3).
License History
- License ExpiredJun 2, 2026
- License IssuedMay 30, 2014
- Vanity Callsign GrantedMay 30, 2014
Vanity Application Activity
Competing applications filed with the FCC for this callsign.
- Shaw, Melissa DFiled May 12, 2014Not awardedFCC ↗