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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, 2019
Not awardedFCC ↗

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WA5RIP FCC Vanity Status: 1 Competing Application & History