What call letters are available?

By international agreement, all call signs starting with the letters K, N and W, as well as AAA-ALZ, are reserved exclusively for use in the United States. AM, FM, TV and shortwave broadcasting stations can request their own call letters, as long as they are unique.

Where do I find my FCC call sign?

Go to the FCC ULS page http://wireless.fcc.gov/uls/ Enter a specific call sign, and select “Search.” Your FRN will appear on your License record. Some of the publicly available online amateur databases may also provide your FRN.

How do I find FCC records?

Although the best way to find specific FCC documents is through an EDOCS Search, the Document Indexes provide an alternative general listing. This web application allows you to search many different FCC licensing databases from one place.

How do I check my callsign?

You can also browse a couple of other websites that access the FCC database:

  1. QRZ.com: QRZ.com is the best-known ham radio call-sign-lookup website. You need to register to gain access to call sign information.
  2. ARRL: Type your last name and zip code, and click the Search button for results.

How do radio stations get their letters?

The letters ‘N’ and ‘A’ were given to military stations, but ‘K’ and ‘W’ were assigned out for commercial use. Radio stations east of the Mississippi River had to start their stations with ‘W’, and stations west of the Mississippi with ‘K’.

What are call letters for radio stations?

In broadcasting and radio communications, a call sign (also known as a call name or call letters—and historically as a call signal—or abbreviated as a call) is a unique designation for a transmitter station.

  • The use of call signs as unique identifiers dates to the landline railroad telegraph system.
  • How do I get a radio call sign?

    How to Get a US Amateur Radio License and Callsign

    1. TL;DR. Get an FRN.
    2. Get an FRN. First, you’ll need to register with the FCC CORES to get an FRN.
    3. Find a Schedule.
    4. Review.
    5. Pay the fee.
    6. Take the test.
    7. Wait for your license and callsign.
    8. Download your license copy.

    How do I get an amateur radio callsign?

    1. Help: Request an additional amateur call sign.
    2. You must provide your amateur number, which can be found on your certificate, as well as your current call sign and date of birth.
    3. Fill in the mandatory fields and click the “Submit” button to submit your request to us.

    Where can I find FCC complaints?

    Visit our Consumer Help Center for information about common consumer issues. Visit our Consumer Complaint Center to file a complaint, check the status of your complaint or to tell us your story. This data represents information selected by the consumer. The FCC does not verify the facts alleged in the complaints.

    Are FCC filings public?

    Public Inspection Files The Commission first adopted rules requiring broadcast stations to keep a public file more than 40 years ago and certain political programming files have been public for nearly 75 years.

    What do radio call letters mean?

    In broadcasting and radio communications, a call sign (also known as a call name or call letters—and historically as a call signal—or abbreviated as a call) is a unique designation for a transmitter station.

    What is a call letter in radio?

    plural noun. Call letters are the letters and numbers which identify a person, vehicle, or organization that is broadcasting on the radio or sending messages by radio.