W5FS
Expired1x2District 5
Competitive callsign — 11 applications filed with the FCC.
License HolderKNITT, ANDREW A
License ClassGeneral
Min. Class RequiredAmateur Extra
LocationPeoria, IL
Grant DateMay 19, 2016
Expiration DateMay 19, 2026
Available for ApplicationsMay 20, 2028
W5FS is a highly sought-after 1x2 format amateur radio callsign. The license is currently held by KNITT, ANDREW A in Peoria, IL. This callsign has attracted significant interest in the amateur radio community, with 11 vanity applications filed with the FCC. The most recent was submitted by Burgess Jr, John W on Apr 18, 2016. W5FS has 7 recorded FCC license history events.
CW & Voice Analysis
Morse Code
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CW Weight: 21 units(Light (fast to send))
Voice Phonetics
Whiskey Five Foxtrot Sierra
Readability: 8/10(High readability)
Available May 20, 2028 (625 days remaining)
Requires Amateur Extra license or higher to apply for this callsign format (1x2).
License History
- License RenewedMay 19, 2016
- Vanity Callsign GrantedAug 2, 2005
- License IssuedAug 2, 2005
- Internal Correction AppliedMay 24, 2005
- Internal Correction AppliedMay 24, 2005
- Administrative Update AppliedNov 19, 2002
- License ModifiedFeb 12, 2000
Vanity Application Activity
Competing applications filed with the FCC for this callsign.