LATAM Boeing 787 Emergency: Ram Air Turbine Deployed Mid-Air

Emergency Declaration and Diversion

• ✈️ A LATAM B787-8 operating from LAX to Santiago declared an emergency due to the Ram Air Turbine (RAT) being unlocked during climb.
• ⚠️ The flight crew requested to level off and subsequently decided to return to Los Angeles (LAX) due to the critical system malfunction.

Air Traffic Control Coordination

• 📞 Multiple aircraft, including American 2396 and United 1743, declared emergencies and were kept fast for spacing.
• 🚦 Air traffic control provided vectors and clearances for runway 25 left for multiple inbound aircraft, prioritizing those with emergencies.
• 📈 Aircraft were managed with specific speed instructions and descent clearances to ensure safe separation.

Approach and Landing

• 🛬 LATAM 603 heavy was cleared for the approach to runway 25 left and confirmed establishment on the localizer.
• 🚨 Emergency vehicles were on standby and communicated with the aircraft upon landing.
• ✅ The aircraft was cleared to proceed on runway 25 left for inspection, and the crew reported no need for further assistance.

Post-Landing Procedures

• 🅿️ LATAM 603 heavy was instructed to cross runway 25 right and remain on frequency after the inspection.
• 🤝 The crew confirmed they did not require any additional assistance after landing.