| Acronym | Meaning |
| DD&CS | Dedicated Display And Control Subsystem |
| VF | Vertical Flight |
| FRE | Flight Related Element |
| TPS | Thermal Protection System |
| EMEC | Electromagnetic Effects Capability |
| PFC | Postflight Checklist |
| CLS | Contingency Landing Site(s) |
| CMO | Configuration Management Office |
| STS | Space Transportation System |
| EREP | Earth Resources Package |