W5ALR
Active1x3District 5
Competitive callsign — 3 applications filed with the FCC.
License HolderSHAFFER, DARWIN N
License ClassTechnician
Min. Class RequiredGeneral
LocationALMA, MI
Grant DateSep 4, 2026
Expiration DateSep 4, 2036
W5ALR is a highly sought-after 1x3 format amateur radio callsign. The license is currently held by SHAFFER, DARWIN N in ALMA, MI. 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 Rodriguez, Aliesky on Aug 17, 2026. W5ALR has 6 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 Five Alpha Lima Romeo
Readability: 7.5/10(High readability)
License History
- License IssuedSep 4, 2026
- Vanity Callsign GrantedSep 4, 2026
- License ExpiredMay 12, 2022
- License RenewedMar 27, 2010
- Administrative Update AppliedAug 27, 2002
- License RenewedMay 11, 2000
Vanity Application Activity
Competing applications filed with the FCC for this callsign.