W5LEL
Available1x3District 5
Competitive callsign — 3 applications filed with the FCC.
License HolderLafargue, Laurent E
License ClassAmateur Extra
Min. Class RequiredGeneral
LocationHammond, LA
Grant DateOct 7, 2011
Expiration DateOct 7, 2021
Cancellation DateOct 11, 2023
Available for ApplicationsOct 8, 2023
W5LEL is a highly sought-after 1x3 format amateur radio callsign. The license is currently held by Lafargue, Laurent E in Hammond, 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 Luck III, Leon E on May 16, 2025. W5LEL has 4 recorded FCC license history events.
CW & Voice Analysis
Morse Code
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CW Weight: 25 units(Light (fast to send))
Voice Phonetics
Whiskey Five Lima Echo Lima
Readability: 8/10(High readability)
This callsign is available now
Requires General license or higher to apply for this callsign format (1x3).
License History
- License ExpiredOct 11, 2023
- License IssuedOct 7, 2011
- Vanity Callsign GrantedOct 7, 2011
- License ExpiredMar 2, 2000
Vanity Application Activity
Competing applications filed with the FCC for this callsign.