Why do you think Monarchs fleet planning is a mess?
They know what the fleet size and make up is going to be for this summer and next winter.
They may also know what is happening for summer 2013, they are just keeping it in house for those that need to know for the time being.
The A321s have no problem with the routes they operate and l have yet to see fuel stops on the SSH, so please enlighten me.
Yes they are getting A320s in March, but not from Air Berlin, when the leases are signed you will be able to see where from on Jethros site.