W8KDK
Cancelled1x3District 8
Competitive callsign — 2 applications filed with the FCC.
License HolderRUDES, MICHAEL R
License ClassAmateur Extra
Min. Class RequiredGeneral
LocationWest Chicago, IL
Grant DateFeb 28, 2023
Cancellation DateJul 7, 2026
Available for ApplicationsJul 8, 2028
W8KDK is a highly sought-after 1x3 format amateur radio callsign. The license is currently held by RUDES, MICHAEL R in West Chicago, IL. 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 RUDES, MICHAEL R on Mar 30, 2012. W8KDK has 14 recorded FCC license history events.
CW & Voice Analysis
Morse Code
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CW Weight: 37 units(Moderate)
Voice Phonetics
Whiskey Eight Kilo Delta Kilo
Readability: 8/10(High readability)
Available Jul 8, 2028 (672 days remaining)
Requires General license or higher to apply for this callsign format (1x3).
License History
- License CanceledJul 7, 2026
- Administrative Update AppliedDec 30, 2023
- License RenewedFeb 28, 2023
- Administrative Update AppliedJun 25, 2019
- Administrative Update AppliedApr 28, 2016
- License IssuedApr 17, 2012
- Vanity Callsign GrantedApr 17, 2012
- Internal Correction AppliedApr 6, 2012
- Internal Correction AppliedApr 6, 2012
- Administrative Update AppliedJan 12, 2010
- License ModifiedJun 18, 2007
- Vanity Callsign Granted
Vanity Application Activity
Competing applications filed with the FCC for this callsign.