W3LOU
Available1x3District 3
Competitive callsign — 3 applications filed with the FCC.
License HolderNICKLES, LOUIS A
License ClassAmateur Extra
Min. Class RequiredGeneral
LocationSykesville, MD
Grant DateFeb 2, 2021
Expiration DateFeb 2, 2031
Cancellation DateDec 20, 2022
Available for ApplicationsDec 21, 2024
W3LOU is a highly sought-after 1x3 format amateur radio callsign. The license is currently held by NICKLES, LOUIS A in Sykesville, MD. This callsign has attracted significant interest in the amateur radio community, with 3 vanity applications filed with the FCC. The most recent was submitted by Heineman, Aaron T on Jul 8, 2025. W3LOU has 8 recorded FCC license history events.
CW & Voice Analysis
Morse Code
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CW Weight: 36 units(Moderate)
Voice Phonetics
Whiskey Three Lima Oscar Uniform
Readability: 7.5/10(High readability)
This callsign is available now
Requires General license or higher to apply for this callsign format (1x3).
License History
- License CanceledDec 20, 2022
- License ModifiedMar 21, 2022
- License ModifiedApr 5, 2021
- Vanity Callsign GrantedFeb 2, 2021
- License IssuedFeb 2, 2021
- License ExpiredJan 14, 2021
- License RenewedDec 9, 2008
- License ModifiedJun 8, 2000
Vanity Application Activity
Competing applications filed with the FCC for this callsign.