| Acronym | Meaning |
| AOP | Abnormal Operating Procedure |
| SCO | Subcarrier Oscillators |
| MALTS | Marine Layer Thickness Study |
| PAR | Performance Assurance Requirements |
| INSTEP | Indonesian Seas Flow Through Experiment |
| AAP | Asbestos Action Program |
| GEO | Geosciences Directorate |
| IR-RAD | Infrared Radiometer |
| DTRC | David Taylor Research Center |
| EGA | Enhanced Graphics Adapter |