04-06-2014, 06:04 PM
Yes, if you've ever been scuba diving or even snorkeling near a coral reef you can hear the "hiss" of fish nibbling on the coral, as well as various unexplained clicks and low frequency "groans" probably related to water flowing thru rocks. Sound travels very well underwater.
As I understand it, the heat detection satellites are mostly looking for missile launches and explosions that generate a lot more heat than a jet engine. In addition, my guess is that the Indian Ocean doesn't have many heat detecting satellites tasked to watch it, since it is unlikely that a missile would be launched against the US from there. Other governments, however, might watch that area more closely.
All that being said, I share your belief that there are governments possessing information, that could be of assistance to the search effort, that are failing to disclose it, for whatever reason.
As I understand it, the heat detection satellites are mostly looking for missile launches and explosions that generate a lot more heat than a jet engine. In addition, my guess is that the Indian Ocean doesn't have many heat detecting satellites tasked to watch it, since it is unlikely that a missile would be launched against the US from there. Other governments, however, might watch that area more closely.
All that being said, I share your belief that there are governments possessing information, that could be of assistance to the search effort, that are failing to disclose it, for whatever reason.