KV5S
Active2x1District 5
Competitive callsign — 5 applications filed with the FCC.
License HolderSHORT, JAMES E
License ClassAmateur Extra
Min. Class RequiredAmateur Extra
LocationIowa Falls, IA
Grant DateJan 31, 2019
Expiration DateFeb 20, 2029
KV5S is a highly sought-after 2x1 format amateur radio callsign. The license is currently held by SHORT, JAMES E in Iowa Falls, IA. 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 Barefield, Kenneth G on Nov 25, 2020. KV5S has 8 recorded FCC license history events.
CW & Voice Analysis
Morse Code
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CW Weight: 21 units(Light (fast to send))
Voice Phonetics
Kilo Victor Five Sierra
Readability: 8/10(High readability)
License History
- Administrative Update AppliedDec 10, 2025
- Administrative Update AppliedNov 19, 2025
- License RenewedJan 31, 2019
- Administrative Update AppliedMay 11, 2016
- Administrative Update AppliedSep 18, 2015
- Vanity Callsign GrantedFeb 20, 2009
- License IssuedFeb 20, 2009
- License ExpiredNov 20, 2008
Vanity Application Activity
Competing applications filed with the FCC for this callsign.