| Acronym | Meaning |
| WRU | Weapons Replaceable Unit |
| OEM | Original Equipment Manufacturer |
| NTSC | Naval Training Systems Center |
| TPO | Tentative Program Objectives |
| EDMICS | Engineering Data Management Information & Control System |
| UBA | Underwater Breathing Apparatus (mk 15) |
| CACT | Command Air Crew Training |
| NACES | Naval Aircrew Common Ejection Seat |
| ASIU | Aircraft System Interface Unit |
| MALS | Medium-intensity Approach Light System |