WA4BUD
Cancelled2x3District 4
Competitive callsign — 2 applications filed with the FCC.
License HolderHumelsine, John B
License ClassAmateur Extra
Min. Class RequiredTechnician
LocationNorth Pole, AK
Grant DateJun 23, 2026
Cancellation DateJul 10, 2026
Available for ApplicationsJul 11, 2028
WA4BUD is a highly sought-after 2x3 format amateur radio callsign. The license is currently held by Humelsine, John B in North Pole, AK. 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 Humelsine, John B on Aug 18, 2006. WA4BUD has 9 recorded FCC license history events.
CW & Voice Analysis
Morse Code
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CW Weight: 34 units(Moderate)
Voice Phonetics
Whiskey Alpha Four Bravo Uniform Delta
Readability: 7/10(Good readability)
Available Jul 11, 2028 (677 days remaining)
Requires Technician license or higher to apply for this callsign format (2x3).
License History
- License CanceledJul 10, 2026
- License RenewedJun 23, 2026
- Administrative Update AppliedOct 13, 2021
- License RenewedJun 16, 2016
- License ModifiedJan 30, 2007
- License ModifiedSep 15, 2006
- Vanity Callsign GrantedSep 6, 2006
- License IssuedSep 6, 2006
- License ExpiredAug 12, 2006
Vanity Application Activity
Competing applications filed with the FCC for this callsign.