Long March rocket lifts 3 satellites

Launch shows efforts in rectifying problems and restores confidence

China used a Long March 2C carrier rocket on Friday to lift three satellites, as the nation resumes space launches after a major failure in July.

The rocket blasted off at 12:21 pm at the Xichang Satellite Launch Center in Sichuan province, successfully placing three Yaogan 30-1 satellites into orbit, according to a news release from China Aerospace Science and Technology Corp, the major contractor of the country's space programs.