An inflight electrical fire or smoke of unknown origin requires:

Depressurizing the aircraft

Continuing flight until the source is identified

Landing at the nearest suitable airport while following the smoke/fumes checklist

Correct

Turning off all electrical systems immediately including flight instruments

Explanation

Electrical fires require the crew to follow the smoke/fumes/electrical fire checklist and land at the nearest suitable airport. Unknown source smoke is treated as a potential fire emergency.

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