W4BUG
Active1x3District 4
Competitive callsign — 5 applications filed with the FCC.
License HolderPODRAZA, JOHN A
License ClassTechnician
Min. Class RequiredGeneral
LocationCARPENTERSVILLE, IL
Grant DateSep 18, 2025
Expiration DateSep 18, 2035
W4BUG is a highly sought-after 1x3 format amateur radio callsign. The license is currently held by PODRAZA, JOHN A in CARPENTERSVILLE, IL. 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 Facemyer, Sarah K on Jan 24, 2023. W4BUG has 10 recorded FCC license history events.
CW & Voice Analysis
Morse Code
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CW Weight: 32 units(Moderate)
Voice Phonetics
Whiskey Four Bravo Uniform Golf
Readability: 8/10(High readability)
License History
- License RenewedSep 18, 2025
- Administrative Update AppliedMay 2, 2023
- License ModifiedMay 1, 2017
- License RenewedMar 25, 2014
- License ModifiedApr 21, 2008
- Administrative Update AppliedMay 16, 2005
- Vanity Callsign GrantedJun 5, 2004
- License IssuedJun 5, 2004
- Internal Correction AppliedMay 17, 2004
- Internal Correction AppliedMay 17, 2004
Vanity Application Activity
Competing applications filed with the FCC for this callsign.