W5BSD
Active1x3District 5
Competitive callsign — 5 applications filed with the FCC.
License HolderFanning, Donald M
License ClassAdvanced
Min. Class RequiredGeneral
LocationSeattle, WA
Grant DateJul 28, 2022
Expiration DateOct 16, 2032
W5BSD is a highly sought-after 1x3 format amateur radio callsign. The license is currently held by Fanning, Donald M in Seattle, WA. 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 NICHOLSON, KEVIN on Sep 27, 2002. W5BSD has 9 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 Sierra Delta
Readability: 7.5/10(High readability)
License History
- Administrative Update AppliedJun 3, 2025
- License RenewedJul 28, 2022
- License ModifiedApr 18, 2022
- Administrative Update AppliedMar 16, 2022
- Administrative Update AppliedDec 8, 2021
- Administrative Update AppliedJan 12, 2017
- License RenewedAug 9, 2012
- License IssuedOct 16, 2002
- Vanity Callsign GrantedOct 16, 2002
Vanity Application Activity
Competing applications filed with the FCC for this callsign.