W5HOM
Active1x3District 5
Competitive callsign — 3 applications filed with the FCC.
License HolderDOWNS, SAMUEL C
License ClassAmateur Extra
Min. Class RequiredGeneral
LocationAUSTIN, TX
Grant DateMay 7, 2021
Expiration DateMay 7, 2031
W5HOM is a highly sought-after 1x3 format amateur radio callsign. The license is currently held by DOWNS, SAMUEL C in AUSTIN, TX. 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 Shedrick, Janice L on Jan 21, 2026. W5HOM has 2 recorded FCC license history events.
CW & Voice Analysis
Morse Code
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CW Weight: 31 units(Moderate)
Voice Phonetics
Whiskey Five Hotel Oscar Mike
Readability: 8.5/10(High readability)
License History
- License IssuedMay 7, 2021
- Vanity Callsign GrantedMay 7, 2021
Vanity Application Activity
Competing applications filed with the FCC for this callsign.