W5SAR
Active1x3District 5
Competitive callsign — 12 applications filed with the FCC.
License HolderMURPHEY, STEPHEN B
License ClassAmateur Extra
Min. Class RequiredGeneral
LocationLYNCHBURG, SC
Grant DateFeb 4, 2020
Expiration DateFeb 4, 2030
W5SAR is a highly sought-after 1x3 format amateur radio callsign. The license is currently held by MURPHEY, STEPHEN B in LYNCHBURG, SC. This callsign has attracted significant interest in the amateur radio community, with 12 vanity applications filed with the FCC. The most recent was submitted by Armstrong, Jim on Sep 28, 2026. W5SAR has 7 recorded FCC license history events.
CW & Voice Analysis
Morse Code
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CW Weight: 24 units(Light (fast to send))
Voice Phonetics
Whiskey Five Sierra Alpha Romeo
Readability: 7/10(Good readability)
License History
- License IssuedFeb 4, 2020
- Vanity Callsign GrantedFeb 4, 2020
- Internal Correction AppliedJan 16, 2020
- Internal Correction AppliedJan 16, 2020
- License RenewedApr 28, 2011
- License ModifiedNov 30, 2000
- License IssuedJun 27, 2000
Vanity Application Activity
Competing applications filed with the FCC for this callsign.