| Acronym | Meaning |
| FED | Flight Events Demonstration |
| RCAG | Remote Control Air-Ground |
| SAM | SAMSShuttle Attachment ManiPulator SYstem |
| GCOS | General Computer Operational System |
| ELV | Electrically Operated Valve |
| RAM | Radar Absorption Material |
| L/D | Lift-to-Drag (Ratio) |
| LHA | Local Hour Angle |
| SSCSP | Space Shuttle Crew Safety Panel |
| OSM | Orbital Service Module |