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Aircraft General Knowledgemedium#344

The ram air turbine (RAT) is deployed when:

A

During normal cruise

B

During approach below 10,000 ft

C

For additional cooling in hot weather

D

All main electrical generators and hydraulic sources are lost

Correct

Explanation

The RAT is an emergency device that deploys (often automatically) when primary electrical/hydraulic power is lost to power essential systems.

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