W5BO
Active1x2District 5
Competitive callsign — 5 applications filed with the FCC.
License HolderORTNER, BRIAN R
License ClassAmateur Extra
Min. Class RequiredAmateur Extra
LocationRusk, TX
Grant DateApr 21, 2026
Expiration DateApr 21, 2036
W5BO is a highly sought-after 1x2 format amateur radio callsign. The license is currently held by ORTNER, BRIAN R in Rusk, TX. 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 VININGRE, CHRIS G on May 4, 2006. W5BO has 12 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 Bravo Oscar
Readability: 8.5/10(High readability)
License History
- License RenewedApr 21, 2026
- Administrative Update AppliedJul 18, 2023
- Administrative Update AppliedJun 17, 2021
- License RenewedMar 5, 2016
- Administrative Update AppliedApr 7, 2015
- Administrative Update AppliedFeb 8, 2012
- Administrative Update AppliedMay 7, 2011
- Administrative Update AppliedSep 16, 2008
- Administrative Update AppliedNov 17, 2006
- Vanity Callsign GrantedApr 18, 2006
- License IssuedApr 18, 2006
Vanity Application Activity
Competing applications filed with the FCC for this callsign.