When a circuit breaker is bypassed and is unable to be tripped you most likely have a short circuit. The electricity can find a different path to take and will not be protected by a breaker. This can cause huge amounts of current to be pulled through the wire causing a risk for fire.
The recommendations made in the article are very similar to our electrical fire checklist. Both our checklist and the article say to immediately turn off the master and then turn off all other electrical components. They both also say to use the fire extinguisher if needed and to land as soon as possible. You should also only try trouble shooting the if conditions permit and for essential equipment only. The article say that some aircraft you should open you vents and other you should not. It say to consult you own emergency check list. Our list say do not open.
I am going to be prepared for next time that I have an electrical fire. I will be familiar with the check list and have them memorized. I will be careful for the subtle signs that may be showing. In the event that the fire does occur I will use my checklists and stay calm while flying the aircraft. I will also notify atc when available and use all resources that are available to me.
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