| Acronym | Meaning |
| ATLID | Atmospheric LIDAR |
| ARPANET | Advanced Research Projects Agency Network |
| NSI | NASA Science Internet |
| NLDS | National Lightning Detection System |
| SNMP | Simple Network Management Protocol |
| CAG | Convective Airspace Guidance |
| AMO | Advanced Munitions Office |
| GCMG | Global Climate Modeling Group |
| LTE | Local Thermodynamic Equilibrium |
| MPA | Maintenance Purchase Award |