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The 787 was built around a “more-electric architecture”, but still relies on hydraulics for heavy-duty systems like the landing gear. The RAT provides only essential emergency electrical power — not enough to run hydraulic pumps or retract the gear. Emergency gear extension is gravity-based, with electric uplock release. Retraction is not possible in RAT-only power mode.
The landing gear on the Boeing 787 is hydraulically actuated. However, it is electrically controlled. This means:
The pilot’s gear lever sends an electrical signal to valves and control units. The actual mechanical movement (extension and retraction) of the gear is done using hydraulic actuators.
The THREE hydraulic systems are powered by:
Engine-driven pumps
Electric motor-driven pumps (EDPs and EMFs) — part of the 787’s more-electric design.
Detailed Explanation:
The 787's RAT is connected to an electrical generator that provides emergency AC electrical power.
This generator supplies power to essential systems (like flight controls, avionics, and displays) in case of a total loss of engine and APU power.
The aircraft uses electric motor-driven hydraulic pumps for hydraulics, powered by the main electrical system.
Can the RAT deliver enough power to retract the landing gear?
No, the RAT (Ram Air Turbine) on the Boeing 787 cannot provide enough power to retract the landing gear.
The RAT generates electrical power (not hydraulic pressure) in case of total power loss.
It supplies only essential flight systems — such as flight controls, displays, avionics — with limited electrical power.
It does not have the capacity to power the hydraulic pumps or electrical systems required to retract the landing gear.
If the RAT is deployed, it is assumed the aircraft is in emergency mode, and gear retraction is not expected or needed.
Quellen:
Boeing 787 AMM (Aircraft Maintenance Manual
Boeing 787 FCOM (Flight Crew Operating Manual)
Boeing 787 Systems Descriptions and CBTs (Computer-Based Training)