| Acronym | Meaning |
| VAS | VISSR Atmospheric Sounder |
| APO | Administrative Policy Office |
| NEMS | Nimbus E Microwave Spectrometer |
| NCAB | Network Coordination And Advisory Board |
| HPO | High Performance Option |
| RAAF | Royal Australian Air Force |
| SCATT | Scatterometer |
| FAQ | Frequently Asked Questions |
| FOS | Family Of Services |
| AF | Auxiliary Feed |