W5YDS
Available1x3District 5
Competitive callsign — 2 applications filed with the FCC.
License HolderYDMS ARC
Min. Class RequiredGeneral
LocationShreveport, LA
Grant DateAug 14, 2013
Expiration DateMar 5, 2024
Cancellation DateMar 6, 2026
Available for ApplicationsMar 6, 2026
W5YDS is a highly sought-after 1x3 format amateur radio callsign. The license is currently held by YDMS ARC in Shreveport, LA. This callsign has attracted significant interest in the amateur radio community, with 2 vanity applications filed with the FCC. The most recent was submitted by SAWATZKY, HAROLD D on Dec 2, 2025. W5YDS has 4 recorded FCC license history events.
CW & Voice Analysis
Morse Code
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CW Weight: 30 units(Light (fast to send))
Voice Phonetics
Whiskey Five Yankee Delta Sierra
Readability: 7.5/10(High readability)
This callsign is available now
Requires General license or higher to apply for this callsign format (1x3).
License History
- License ExpiredMar 6, 2026
- License RenewedAug 14, 2013
- License IssuedOct 21, 2003
- Vanity Callsign GrantedOct 21, 2003
Vanity Application Activity
Competing applications filed with the FCC for this callsign.