W5EL
Active1x2District 5
Competitive callsign — 26 applications filed with the FCC.
License HolderLu, Yicheng
License ClassAmateur Extra
Min. Class RequiredAmateur Extra
LocationPALO ALTO, CA
Grant DateMar 24, 2026
Expiration DateMar 24, 2036
W5EL is a highly sought-after 1x2 format amateur radio callsign. The license is currently held by Lu, Yicheng in PALO ALTO, CA. This callsign has attracted significant interest in the amateur radio community, with 26 vanity applications filed with the FCC. The most recent was submitted by Pittman, Marcus E on Mar 20, 2026. W5EL has 6 recorded FCC license history events.
CW & Voice Analysis
Morse Code
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CW Weight: 19 units(Ultra-light (very fast to send))
Voice Phonetics
Whiskey Five Echo Lima
Readability: 8.5/10(High readability)
License History
- License IssuedMar 24, 2026
- Vanity Callsign GrantedMar 24, 2026
- License ExpiredMar 6, 2026
- License RenewedDec 2, 2013
- Tax ID (TIN) AddedDec 3, 2003
- License RenewedDec 3, 2003
Vanity Application Activity
Competing applications filed with the FCC for this callsign.