| Acronym | Meaning |
| PMS | Particle Measuring Systems |
| MVS/XA | Multiple Virtual Systems/Extended Architecture |
| ETIP | Experimental Technology Incentive Program |
| AIS | Acceptable Intake For Subchronic Exposure |
| SOI | Solar Oscillations Imager |
| TSC | Technical Steering Committee |
| TCIPO | TOGA/COARE International Project Office |
| IRCTR | International Research Centre For Telecommunication-transmission And RADAR |
| OAO | Office Of Aircraft Operations |
| MOCCA | Mobile Operations Center For Communication And Analysis |