W3FD
Active1x2District 3
Competitive callsign — 20 applications filed with the FCC.
License HolderMcGinnis, William C
License ClassAmateur Extra
Min. Class RequiredAmateur Extra
LocationRutherfordton, NC
Grant DateJun 6, 2026
Expiration DateJun 6, 2036
W3FD is a highly sought-after 1x2 format amateur radio callsign. The license is currently held by McGinnis, William C in Rutherfordton, NC. This callsign has attracted significant interest in the amateur radio community, with 20 vanity applications filed with the FCC. The most recent was submitted by Moore, Landon B on May 20, 2026. W3FD has 22 recorded FCC license history events.
CW & Voice Analysis
Morse Code
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CW Weight: 27 units(Light (fast to send))
Voice Phonetics
Whiskey Three Foxtrot Delta
Readability: 8.5/10(High readability)
License History
- Vanity Callsign GrantedJun 6, 2026
- License IssuedJun 6, 2026
- License ExpiredMay 19, 2026
- Administrative Update AppliedJul 9, 2021
- Administrative Update AppliedOct 6, 2020
- Administrative Update AppliedAug 26, 2020
- Administrative Update AppliedSep 24, 2019
- Administrative Update AppliedJan 1, 2019
- Administrative Update AppliedMay 3, 2018
- License RenewedFeb 28, 2014
- Vanity Callsign GrantedMay 18, 2004
Vanity Application Activity
Competing applications filed with the FCC for this callsign.