W4DEF
Expired1x3District 4
Competitive callsign — 9 applications filed with the FCC.
License HolderFRANKLIN III, DAVID E
License ClassAmateur Extra
Min. Class RequiredGeneral
LocationHuntersville, NC
Grant DateAug 3, 2016
Expiration DateAug 26, 2026
Available for ApplicationsAug 27, 2028
W4DEF is a highly sought-after 1x3 format amateur radio callsign. The license is currently held by FRANKLIN III, DAVID E in Huntersville, NC. This callsign has attracted significant interest in the amateur radio community, with 9 vanity applications filed with the FCC. The most recent was submitted by CARSON, ARTHUR E on May 10, 2023. W4DEF has 5 recorded FCC license history events.
CW & Voice Analysis
Morse Code
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CW Weight: 26 units(Light (fast to send))
Voice Phonetics
Whiskey Four Delta Echo Foxtrot
Readability: 8/10(High readability)
Available Aug 27, 2028 (724 days remaining)
Requires General license or higher to apply for this callsign format (1x3).
License History
- Administrative Update AppliedJan 27, 2021
- License ModifiedFeb 19, 2019
- License RenewedAug 3, 2016
- License IssuedAug 26, 2006
- Vanity Callsign GrantedAug 26, 2006
Vanity Application Activity
Competing applications filed with the FCC for this callsign.