@TheShadow
Parallels with prior inflight fires
It's a reasonable theory.
If we look at the stats #1 cause is pilot error, #2 cause is mechanical failure. However the flight path/9-11 style stealth is more consistent with an intentional act.
It is hard to explain no communications were detected from mobile phones or other signal when the a/c crossed the peninsular and apparently this might have been at low altitude.
For me what is most odd about this incident is that after 10 days we have inconsistent data released, contradictions and an apparent lack of co-operation between the parties involved. Unlike AF447 there is very little stated plan of action and I fear there is a lack of leadership and focus in the investigation.
I understand that some data is classified however it appears that even the skunk works data has not helped locate the a/c except within a vast area.