W5PAP
Available1x3District 5
Competitive callsign — 7 applications filed with the FCC.
License HolderLADD, GAYLON H
License ClassTechnician
Min. Class RequiredGeneral
LocationBonham, TX
Grant DateJan 30, 2004
Expiration DateJan 30, 2014
Cancellation DateFeb 2, 2016
Available for ApplicationsJan 31, 2016
W5PAP is a highly sought-after 1x3 format amateur radio callsign. The license is currently held by LADD, GAYLON H in Bonham, TX. 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 Hern, Joshua W on Jun 23, 2025. W5PAP has 4 recorded FCC license history events.
CW & Voice Analysis
Morse Code
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CW Weight: 32 units(Moderate)
Voice Phonetics
Whiskey Five Papa Alpha Papa
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 ExpiredFeb 2, 2016
- Administrative Update AppliedMay 4, 2007
- License IssuedJan 30, 2004
- Vanity Callsign GrantedJan 30, 2004
Vanity Application Activity
Competing applications filed with the FCC for this callsign.