W5NW
Active1x2District 5
Competitive callsign — 4 applications filed with the FCC.
License HolderCARTY JR, ROBERT J
License ClassAmateur Extra
Min. Class RequiredAmateur Extra
LocationSPRING BRANCH, TX
Grant DateFeb 27, 2026
Expiration DateFeb 27, 2036
W5NW is a highly sought-after 1x2 format amateur radio callsign. The license is currently held by CARTY JR, ROBERT J in SPRING BRANCH, TX. This callsign has attracted significant interest in the amateur radio community, with 4 vanity applications filed with the FCC. The most recent was submitted by MC NEAL III, JAMES J on Feb 9, 2026. W5NW has 11 recorded FCC license history events.
CW & Voice Analysis
Morse Code
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CW Weight: 23 units(Light (fast to send))
Voice Phonetics
Whiskey Five November Whiskey
Readability: 8/10(High readability)
License History
- Internal Correction AppliedMar 31, 2026
- Vanity Callsign GrantedFeb 27, 2026
- License IssuedFeb 27, 2026
- Internal Correction AppliedFeb 5, 2026
- Internal Correction AppliedFeb 4, 2026
- Internal Correction AppliedFeb 4, 2026
- License RenewedDec 28, 2016
- Administrative Update AppliedJan 4, 2012
- License RenewedDec 13, 2006
- Administrative Update AppliedJan 31, 2006
- Tax ID (TIN) AddedJan 31, 2006
Vanity Application Activity
Competing applications filed with the FCC for this callsign.