W5BDB
Active1x3District 5
Competitive callsign — 5 applications filed with the FCC.
License HolderWest, David L
License ClassTechnician
Min. Class RequiredGeneral
LocationSacramento, CA
Grant DateFeb 6, 2018
Expiration DateFeb 6, 2028
W5BDB is a highly sought-after 1x3 format amateur radio callsign. The license is currently held by West, David L in Sacramento, CA. 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 BECK, BRENT D on May 14, 2025. W5BDB has 10 recorded FCC license history events.
CW & Voice Analysis
Morse Code
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CW Weight: 29 units(Light (fast to send))
Voice Phonetics
Whiskey Five Bravo Delta Bravo
Readability: 8/10(High readability)
License History
- Administrative Update AppliedJul 15, 2025
- Administrative Update AppliedJun 16, 2020
- License ModifiedApr 19, 2018
- License ModifiedFeb 23, 2018
- Vanity Callsign GrantedFeb 6, 2018
- License IssuedFeb 6, 2018
- License ExpiredFeb 20, 2013
- Administrative Update AppliedFeb 8, 2005
- License ModifiedSep 14, 2002
- License IssuedFeb 17, 2001
Vanity Application Activity
Competing applications filed with the FCC for this callsign.