W8CF
Active1x2District 8
Competitive callsign — 18 applications filed with the FCC.
License HolderSladek, John O
License ClassAmateur Extra
Min. Class RequiredAmateur Extra
LocationVilla Park, IL
Grant DateMay 4, 2023
Expiration DateMay 4, 2033
W8CF is a highly sought-after 1x2 format amateur radio callsign. The license is currently held by Sladek, John O in Villa Park, IL. This callsign has attracted significant interest in the amateur radio community, with 18 vanity applications filed with the FCC. The most recent was submitted by FINKBEINER, CHRISTOPHER A on Mar 24, 2025. W8CF has 12 recorded FCC license history events.
CW & Voice Analysis
Morse Code
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CW Weight: 32 units(Moderate)
Voice Phonetics
Whiskey Eight Charlie Foxtrot
Readability: 8.5/10(High readability)
License History
- License RenewedMay 4, 2023
- Administrative Update AppliedOct 22, 2013
- Vanity Callsign GrantedMar 16, 2013
- License IssuedMar 16, 2013
- License CanceledFeb 25, 2011
- License IssuedAug 8, 2008
- Vanity Callsign GrantedAug 8, 2008
- License CanceledMar 11, 2008
- Vanity Callsign GrantedJan 10, 2006
- License IssuedJan 10, 2006
- Internal Correction AppliedAug 17, 2005
- Internal Correction Applied
Vanity Application Activity
Competing applications filed with the FCC for this callsign.