to inspect for damage. Damage to the submarine was minimal, and the investigation found that the crew was not responsible. Maryland then resumed her second deterrent patrol on 26 September 1993. Trident SLBM missile testing Maryland has been involved in several Follow-on Commander's Evaluation Tests (FCET) of its Trident D-5 SLBM missile system. The FCET launches a specially modified missile without a nuclear payload, and is used to test the performance of the Trident missile system. FCET 10, performed 3 January 1994. 4 missiles launched. FCET 14, performed 21 April 1996. 2 missiles launched. FCET 21, performed 26 April 1999. 2 missiles launched. FCET 30, performed 5 November 2003. 2 missiles launched. FCET 36, performed 21 November 2006. 2 missiles launched. FCET 42, performed 8 June 2010. 2 missiles launched. FCET 43, performed 9 June 2010. 2 missiles launched. Live fire exercise On 16 October 2001, Maryland joined the Carrier Battle Group in a sink exercise. Maryland fired one Mark 48 torpedo which sank ex-. Awards Maryland has been the recipient of many awards, including the following: 1995 Submarine Squadron 20 Battle "E" award (both crews). 1997 Submarine Squadron 20 Battle "E" award (both crews). 2001 Submarine Squadron 20 Battle "E" award (Blue crew). 2002 Submarine Squadron 20 Battle "E" award (both crews). 2003 Captain Edward F. Ney Memorial award (for outstanding food service) (Gold crew). 2004 Submarine Squadron 16 Battle "E" award (both crews). 2005 Chief of Naval Operations Afloat Safety award (Blue crew). 2008 Submarine Squadron 20 Battle "E" award (both crews). 2008 Omaha Trophy winner (both crews). This prestigious award is given to the strategic command with the highest performance standards. 2009 Submarine Squadron 20 Battle "E" award (both crews). Current status Maryland is currently part of both United States Fleet Forces Command Submarine Squadron 20 and the United States Strategic Command. Her home port is Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay, Georgia. Symbolism of the Maryland insignia Dark blue and gold are the colors traditionally associated with the United States Navy. The arms of Maryland hail the state's historical roots, while the submarine indicates the present-day Maryland is an Ohio-class submarine. The trident represents U.S. Navy weaponry and sea prowess; its bottom spike points to the ocean depths, the area of Marylands operations. The heraldic dolphins symbolize speed, intelligence, and the ability to penetrate the deep. The laurel wreath is emblematic of excellence and accomplishment; its seven