WK9Z
Active2x1District 9
Competitive callsign — 1 application filed with the FCC.
License HolderHANDTMANN, JOHN A
License ClassAmateur Extra
Min. Class RequiredAmateur Extra
LocationAlgonquin, IL
Grant DateJan 27, 2026
Expiration DateMar 17, 2036
WK9Z is a highly sought-after 2x1 format amateur radio callsign. The license is currently held by HANDTMANN, JOHN A in Algonquin, IL. 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 Handtmann, John A on Feb 6, 2006. WK9Z has 8 recorded FCC license history events.
CW & Voice Analysis
Morse Code
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CW Weight: 35 units(Moderate)
Voice Phonetics
Whiskey Kilo Nine Zulu
Readability: 8.5/10(High readability)
License History
- License RenewedJan 27, 2026
- License RenewedMar 17, 2016
- Administrative Update AppliedNov 8, 2010
- Administrative Update AppliedNov 14, 2007
- Vanity Callsign GrantedFeb 25, 2006
- License IssuedFeb 25, 2006
- License CanceledSep 23, 2003
- License RenewedNov 16, 1999
Vanity Application Activity
Competing applications filed with the FCC for this callsign.
- Handtmann, John AFiled Feb 6, 2006Not awardedFCC ↗