| Acronym | Meaning |
| CARA | Combined Altitude Radar Altimeter |
| PHS&T | Packaging, Handling, Storage And Transportation |
| STO | Short Takeoff |
| TADSTAND | Tactical Digital System Standards |
| PWR | Prepositioned War Reserves |
| UHF | Ultra High Frequency |
| MLS | Microwave Landing System |
| SEB | Support Equipment Bulletin (tdc 63) |
| CGN | Guided Missile Cruiser (nuclear Propulsion) |
| A/A | Air-to-air |