WA8R
Available2x1District 8
Competitive callsign — 1 application filed with the FCC.
License HolderBECKER, GERALD M
License ClassAmateur Extra
Min. Class RequiredAmateur Extra
LocationLEESBURG, OH
Grant DateSep 30, 2019
Expiration DateDec 26, 2029
Cancellation DateJul 7, 2024
Available for ApplicationsJul 8, 2026
WA8R is a highly sought-after 2x1 format amateur radio callsign. The license is currently held by BECKER, GERALD M in LEESBURG, OH. 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 Mai, Huan on Jul 8, 2026. WA8R has 7 recorded FCC license history events.
CW & Voice Analysis
Morse Code
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CW Weight: 27 units(Light (fast to send))
Voice Phonetics
Whiskey Alpha Eight Romeo
Readability: 8/10(High readability)
This callsign is available now
Requires Amateur Extra license or higher to apply for this callsign format (2x1).
License History
- Internal Correction AppliedJul 15, 2024
- Internal Correction AppliedJul 15, 2024
- Administrative Update AppliedJun 8, 2021
- License RenewedSep 30, 2019
- Administrative Update AppliedDec 20, 2012
- License RenewedDec 18, 2009
- License RenewedOct 5, 1999
Vanity Application Activity
Competing applications filed with the FCC for this callsign.
- Mai, HuanFiled Jul 8, 2026PendingFCC ↗