| Acronym | Meaning |
| AHP | Analytical Hierarchy Process |
| TCI | Tropical Cyclone Initiation |
| GSTS | Ground Surveillance And Tracking System |
| SVG | Scientific Visualization Group |
| DC | Dublin Core--metadata |
| A/C | Aircraft |
| PROFS | Program For Regional Observing And Forecasting Services |
| S&B | Salary And Benefits |
| UTC | United Technology Center |
| MODD | Meteorological And Omega Data Digitizer |