| Acronym | Meaning |
| ALWT | Advanced Lightweight Torpedo |
| PCD | Program Change Decision |
| MIDAS | Mine Detection And Avoidance Sonar |
| SCN | Specification Change Notice |
| MFR | Multifunction Radar |
| TACL | Tac Left |
| ISIP | Immediate Superior In Command |
| NPD | Navy Procurement Directive |
| AFCS | Automatic Flight Control System |
| ABEC | Analog Backup Engine Control |