W5OWL
Expired1x3District 5
Competitive callsign — 7 applications filed with the FCC.
License HolderSMITH, IRVING D
License ClassTechnician
Min. Class RequiredGeneral
LocationSHORELINE, WA
Grant DateOct 31, 2014
Expiration DateOct 5, 2024
Available for ApplicationsOct 6, 2026
W5OWL is a highly sought-after 1x3 format amateur radio callsign. The license is currently held by SMITH, IRVING D in SHORELINE, WA. This callsign has attracted significant interest in the amateur radio community, with 7 vanity applications filed with the FCC. The most recent was submitted by Harrington, David E on Sep 15, 2004. W5OWL has 3 recorded FCC license history events.
CW & Voice Analysis
Morse Code
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CW Weight: 34 units(Moderate)
Voice Phonetics
Whiskey Five Oscar Whiskey Lima
Readability: 8/10(High readability)
Available Oct 6, 2026 (32 days remaining)
Requires General license or higher to apply for this callsign format (1x3).
License History
- License RenewedOct 31, 2014
- License IssuedOct 5, 2004
- Vanity Callsign GrantedOct 5, 2004
Vanity Application Activity
Competing applications filed with the FCC for this callsign.