| Acronym | Meaning |
| EM | Engineering Model |
| THC | Translational Hand Controller |
| CCR | Contractor Change Request |
| NOES | National Operational Environmental Satellite Serv. |
| AIRS | Atmospheric Infrared Sounder |
| ITO | Integration And Test Order |
| PGWG | Particles And Gasses Working Group |
| CPCR | Crew Procedures Change Request (Form 482) |
| SOPC | Shuttle Operations Planning Complex |
| KOM | KSC Operation Instruction |