W5BKE
Active1x3District 5
Competitive callsign — 2 applications filed with the FCC.
License HolderECKHARDT JR, BYRON K
License ClassGeneral
Min. Class RequiredGeneral
LocationMAGNOLIA, TX
Grant DateFeb 24, 2026
Expiration DateApr 16, 2036
W5BKE is a highly sought-after 1x3 format amateur radio callsign. The license is currently held by ECKHARDT JR, BYRON K in MAGNOLIA, TX. This callsign has attracted significant interest in the amateur radio community, with 2 vanity applications filed with the FCC. The most recent was submitted by ECKHARDT JR, BYRON K on Mar 29, 2016. W5BKE 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 Five Bravo Kilo Echo
Readability: 8/10(High readability)
License History
- Administrative Update AppliedFeb 26, 2026
- License RenewedFeb 24, 2026
- Administrative Update AppliedMar 21, 2018
- License IssuedApr 16, 2016
- Vanity Callsign GrantedApr 16, 2016
Vanity Application Activity
Competing applications filed with the FCC for this callsign.