| Acronym | Meaning |
| VSI | Vertical Speed Indicator |
| RIC | Rockwell International Corporation |
| CHUTE | Parachute |
| FILE | Future Identification And Location Experiment |
| GFRP | Glass Fiber Reinforced Plastics |
| SPL | Scratch Pad Line |
| ECD | Estimated Completion Date |
| CSIU | Core Segment Interface Unit |
| DME | Distance Measur Ng EquiPment |
| SOW | Statement Of Work |