| Acronym | Meaning |
| ERS-II | European Research Satellite |
| ITS | Instrument Technical Specification |
| AFSC | Air Force Systems Command |
| ADC | Authorized Derivative Classifier |
| DPMB | Defense Programs Management Board |
| RI | Research Institute |
| AO | Air Overseas |
| GAP | GATE Advisory Panel |
| VOCS | Volatile Organic Compounds |
| EPAC | External Program Advisory Committee |