| Acronym | Meaning |
| RTAC | Research And Technology Advisory Committee |
| CMS-2 | Cambridge Monitoring System (IBM Computer Program) |
| ICF | Interface Control Function |
| DATE | Dynamics |
| FOPS | Flight Operations Planning Schedule |
| MSU | Measuring Stimuli Units |
| MDD | Mate/demate Device |
| HA | Hazard Analysis |
| FCAP | Flight Control Applications Program |
| QAVT | Qualification Acceptance Vibration Test |