| ·AMC: | Acceptable Means of Compliance |
| ·CAR: | Canadian Aviation Regulations |
| ·CFR: | Code of Federal Regulations |
| ·DO: | Design Organization |
| ·DDA: | Direct Delivery Authorization |
| ·EASA: | European Aviation Safety Agency |
| ·ETSO: | European Technical Standard Order |
| ·FAA: | Federal Aviation Administration |
| ·GM: | Guidance Material |
| ·JTSO: | Joint Technical Standard Order |
| ·PMA: | Parts Manufacturer Approval |
| ·PO: | Production Organization |
| ·STC: | Supplemental Type Certificate |
| ·TSO: | Technical Standard Order |
| ·TC: | Type Certificate |