Originally Posted by
ScepticalOptomist
I didn’t see mention of a HYD problem.
Totally plausible that on the way in to the diversion field they had a technical issue that would be better handled at a field with a longer runway / better facilities and decided to / were asked to divert there instead.
Seems perfectly normal airline ops to me.
Speculation on other AV forums suggests a hydraulic problem, probably because all the gear doors were hanging. And why the no flaps/slats landing? Even without hydraulics, the 787 center hydraulic loss checklist will direct the crew to extend the flaps to the 20 degree position using the alternate (electric motors) flap drive system.
Also, sceptical optimist, you apparently missed the “If” at the start of my post.