| Acronym | Meaning |
| PCVL | Pilot Controlled Visual Landing |
| TPSE | Thermal Protection Subsystem Experiments |
| ECLS | Environmental Control And Life Support |
| BCU | Bus Control Unit |
| ICT | Influence Coefficient Tests |
| POCC | Payload Operations Control Center |
| GTC | Ground Test Conductor |
| INSTR | Instrument |
| SSP | Small Sortie Payload |
| SOL | Squelch |