| Acronym | Meaning |
| GIIS | General Instrument Interface Specification |
| GCMG | Global Climate Modeling Group |
| HMS | High-altitude Multispectral Sounder |
| MCA | Manufacturing Chemists Association |
| LORAN-C | Long Range (aid To) Navigation-C |
| BASIC | Beginner's All-purpose Symbolic Instruction Code |
| MSI | Measurements |
| GDS | Global Dynamics Section |
| AALC | Amphibious Assault Landing Craft |
| AGM | Atmospheric Gas Measurements Section |