| Acronym | Meaning |
| AESAT | Avionics & Electrical Systems Advanced Trainer |
| YFRN | Refrigerated Covered Lighter (non Selfpropelled) |
| TACCO | Tactical Coordinator |
| TWCS | Through Water Communications System |
| LCM | Landing Craft, Mechanized |
| ED | Engineering Development |
| PSD | Power Demand Signal |
| SPHR | Sphere |
| CINCPACFLT | Commander-in-chief (pacific Fleet) |
| WRA | Weapons Replaceable Assembly |