W8BW
Active1x2District 8
Competitive callsign — 11 applications filed with the FCC.
License HolderBasque, Katherine A
License ClassTechnician
Min. Class RequiredAmateur Extra
LocationPetaluma, CA
Grant DateJan 18, 2023
Expiration DateJan 18, 2033
W8BW is a highly sought-after 1x2 format amateur radio callsign. The license is currently held by Basque, Katherine A in Petaluma, CA. This callsign has attracted significant interest in the amateur radio community, with 11 vanity applications filed with the FCC. The most recent was submitted by SCHAD, RANDY A on Jan 17, 2023. W8BW has 8 recorded FCC license history events.
CW & Voice Analysis
Morse Code
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CW Weight: 31 units(Moderate)
Voice Phonetics
Whiskey Eight Bravo Whiskey
Readability: 8.5/10(High readability)
License History
- Administrative Update AppliedNov 19, 2025
- Administrative Update AppliedJul 2, 2024
- License IssuedJan 18, 2023
- Vanity Callsign GrantedJan 18, 2023
- Internal Correction AppliedMay 19, 2021
- Internal Correction AppliedMay 19, 2021
- License RenewedNov 15, 2011
- License RenewedDec 12, 2001
Vanity Application Activity
Competing applications filed with the FCC for this callsign.