| Acronym | Meaning |
| RTLS | Return To Launch Site |
| OIA | Orbiter Interface Adapter |
| PAT | Problem Action Team |
| OT | Operational Instrumentation MDM-Tank |
| NH | NNH Nominal Heig4t (Adjust Maneuver) |
| HRC | Hasselblad Reflex Camera |
| RAHF | Research Animal Holding Facility |
| HITS | High Rate Multiplexer InPut/Output Test System |
| CPF | Central Processing Facility |
| SRR | Shuttle Requirements Review |