W1DS
Active1x2District 1
Competitive callsign — 54 applications filed with the FCC.
License HolderMcLester Jr, James B
License ClassAmateur Extra
Min. Class RequiredAmateur Extra
LocationColumbiana, AL
Grant DateApr 7, 2017
Expiration DateApr 7, 2027
W1DS is a highly sought-after 1x2 format amateur radio callsign. The license is currently held by McLester Jr, James B in Columbiana, AL. This callsign has attracted significant interest in the amateur radio community, with 54 vanity applications filed with the FCC. The most recent was submitted by Scodary, Daniel on Jul 24, 2025. W1DS has 12 recorded FCC license history events.
CW & Voice Analysis
Morse Code
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CW Weight: 28 units(Light (fast to send))
Voice Phonetics
Whiskey One Delta Sierra
Readability: 8/10(High readability)
License History
- Vanity Callsign GrantedApr 7, 2017
- License IssuedApr 7, 2017
- Internal Correction AppliedFeb 2, 2017
- Internal Correction AppliedFeb 2, 2017
- License IssuedAug 8, 2008
- Vanity Callsign GrantedAug 8, 2008
- Internal Correction AppliedMar 20, 2007
- Internal Correction AppliedMar 20, 2007
- Internal Correction AppliedMar 19, 2007
- Internal Correction AppliedMar 19, 2007
- Tax ID (TIN) AddedJan 29, 2007
- License Renewed
Vanity Application Activity
Competing applications filed with the FCC for this callsign.