W8BF
Active1x2District 8
Competitive callsign — 19 applications filed with the FCC.
License HolderAKERS JR, RONDAL D
License ClassAmateur Extra
Min. Class RequiredAmateur Extra
LocationCLEVELAND, TN
Grant DateJan 22, 2026
Expiration DateMar 14, 2036
W8BF is a highly sought-after 1x2 format amateur radio callsign. The license is currently held by AKERS JR, RONDAL D in CLEVELAND, TN. This callsign has attracted significant interest in the amateur radio community, with 19 vanity applications filed with the FCC. The most recent was submitted by Nishida, Toru on Mar 10, 2006. W8BF has 10 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 Eight Bravo Foxtrot
Readability: 8.5/10(High readability)
License History
- Administrative Update AppliedJan 22, 2026
- License RenewedJan 22, 2026
- License RenewedFeb 10, 2016
- License IssuedMar 14, 2006
- Vanity Callsign GrantedMar 14, 2006
- License CanceledFeb 3, 2004
- Vanity Callsign GrantedMay 7, 2002
- License IssuedMay 7, 2002
- License CanceledMar 26, 2002
- License IssuedJan 28, 2000
Vanity Application Activity
Competing applications filed with the FCC for this callsign.