As a Layman, I have found this string an excellent insight into the different aspects and considerations of flying, particularly of a 777 - and behalf of myself I would like to thank everybody for the information posted.
It now seems to me that the authorities are firming up as to the actual causes of this accident.
However, to get the full story - I expect that one must wait for Sky TV 'National Geographical' Channel, Air Crash Investigation to complete their dossier and to which I am looking forward to.