W5DEA
Expired1x3District 5
Competitive callsign — 3 applications filed with the FCC.
License HolderMANENA, JOSEPH L
License ClassAdvanced
Min. Class RequiredGeneral
LocationLAKE CHARLES, LA
Grant DateDec 10, 2014
Expiration DateMar 9, 2025
Available for ApplicationsMar 10, 2027
W5DEA is a highly sought-after 1x3 format amateur radio callsign. The license is currently held by MANENA, JOSEPH L in LAKE CHARLES, LA. 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 Balderrama, Scott A on Jun 17, 2025. W5DEA has 3 recorded FCC license history events.
CW & Voice Analysis
Morse Code
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CW Weight: 22 units(Light (fast to send))
Voice Phonetics
Whiskey Five Delta Echo Alpha
Readability: 8/10(High readability)
Available Mar 10, 2027 (186 days remaining)
Requires General license or higher to apply for this callsign format (1x3).
License History
- License RenewedDec 10, 2014
- Tax ID (TIN) AddedDec 14, 2004
- License RenewedDec 14, 2004
Vanity Application Activity
Competing applications filed with the FCC for this callsign.