uplock
Gear retaining device
A mechanism that secures an aircraft's landing gear in the retracted position during flight.
The uplock holds wheels and struts firmly in their bays until the pilot initiates gear extension: The uplock failed to release, leaving the gear stuck in the up position.
Door-securing catch
- engagementCommitment to wed or attend
- releaseTo let go
- pinPointed metal fastener
- hookCurved catching device
catch · retention · toggle · lever · actuator · clamp · fastener · bolt
Aircraft ground support apparatus
- retractableAble to draw inward
- undercarriageFramework beneath a vehicle
- bayPartially enclosed water
- stowageSecuring goods aboard
gear lever · cockpit · hydraulics · actuator · pneumatics · emergency release · airframe · maintenance
latch
Door-securing catch
- engagementCommitment to wed or attend
- releaseTo let go
- pinPointed metal fastener
hook · catch · retention · toggle · lever · actuator · clamp · fastener · bolt · ratchet
landing gear
Aircraft ground support apparatus
- retractableAble to draw inward
- undercarriageFramework beneath a vehicle
- bayPartially enclosed water
stowage · gear lever · cockpit · hydraulics · actuator · pneumatics · emergency release · airframe · maintenance · pilot