W8KO
Active1x2District 8
Competitive callsign — 18 applications filed with the FCC.
License HolderBean, Richard B
License ClassAmateur Extra
Min. Class RequiredAmateur Extra
LocationGreenback, TN
Grant DateJun 2, 2026
Expiration DateAug 26, 2036
W8KO is a highly sought-after 1x2 format amateur radio callsign. The license is currently held by Bean, Richard B in Greenback, TN. 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 Querio, Giacomo Giuseppe on Oct 12, 2016. W8KO has 8 recorded FCC license history events.
CW & Voice Analysis
Morse Code
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CW Weight: 34 units(Moderate)
Voice Phonetics
Whiskey Eight Kilo Oscar
Readability: 8.5/10(High readability)
License History
- License RenewedJun 2, 2026
- Administrative Update AppliedMar 3, 2021
- Administrative Update AppliedJun 9, 2020
- Vanity Callsign GrantedAug 26, 2016
- License IssuedAug 26, 2016
- License ExpiredAug 9, 2016
- Administrative Update AppliedDec 8, 2010
- Administrative Update AppliedSep 21, 2001
Vanity Application Activity
Competing applications filed with the FCC for this callsign.