WA5RIP
Active2x3District 5
Competitive callsign — 1 application filed with the FCC.
License HolderShoptaw, Michael A
License ClassAmateur Extra
Min. Class RequiredTechnician
LocationLebanon, TN
Grant DateDec 6, 2019
Expiration DateDec 6, 2029
WA5RIP is a highly sought-after 2x3 format amateur radio callsign. The license is currently held by Shoptaw, Michael A in Lebanon, TN. This callsign has attracted significant interest in the amateur radio community, with 1 vanity application filed with the FCC. The most recent was submitted by Shoptaw, Michael A on Nov 18, 2019. WA5RIP has 5 recorded FCC license history events.
CW & Voice Analysis
Morse Code
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CW Weight: 31 units(Moderate)
Voice Phonetics
Whiskey Alpha Five Romeo India Papa
Readability: 6.5/10(Good readability)
License History
- Administrative Update AppliedFeb 20, 2026
- Administrative Update AppliedSep 9, 2025
- License IssuedDec 6, 2019
- Vanity Callsign GrantedDec 6, 2019
- License ExpiredApr 29, 2010
Vanity Application Activity
Competing applications filed with the FCC for this callsign.
- Shoptaw, Michael AFiled Nov 18, 2019Not awardedFCC ↗