China's Long March 4C rocket launched the Gaofen-12 04 Earth observation satellite from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center. The satellite will be used for "land surveys, urban planning, road network design" and more, according to China Central Television.<br /><br />The rocket sheds insulation tiles during launch, a normal occurrence.<br /><br />Credit: Space.com | footage courtesy: China Central Television (CCTV) | edited by Steve Spaleta
