| Acronym | Meaning |
| FOP | Flight Operations Plan |
| TM | Time Management |
| DCS | Detail Checkout Specification(s) |
| INTERFACE | CInterface Control Unit |
| EIVT | Electrical And Instrumentation Verification Test |
| SMCS | Separation Monitor And Control System |
| FACO | Factory Acceptance Checkout |
| JCL | Job Control Language |
| HRDR | High Rate Digital Recorder |
| SLSA | Shuttle Logistics Support Aircraft |