The Stamping Grounds

Space Philately - Satellite Tracking - Kiribati

20 February 1980 - Scott #s 349-51 - NASDA rockets are launched from the Tanegashima Space Center (see the center stamp). The areas downrange are rich fishing grounds - so launches are restricted to the months of February and August to prevent disruption to fishermen.


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