| Acronym | Meaning |
| DASA | Defense Atomic Support Agency |
| GCMC | Global Climate Modeling Group |
| MODIS | Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer |
| BCS | Boeing Computer Services |
| WHOI | Woods Hole Oceanographic Institute |
| RAFS | Regional Analysis And Forecast System |
| ACR | Air Conditioner |
| M | Mach |
| P/L-EX | Payload Executive |
| ACDWG | Atmospheric Center Of Data Working Group |