JFP,
You have absolutely no idea what really happened! It never surprises me how some (emphasis on "some") of our colleagues from our competitors would rather we sank as an airline. How sad!
Where did I say that I would like to see Monarch disappear? Correct I didn't, and nor would I. Having suffered that fate at a previous employer I wouldn't wish it on my own worst enemy. However there can be no doubt that at the end of October 16 Monarch were right in the brink, no matter how much you don't like it and don't want to believe it. I hope Monarch continue to prosper, but their situation and their constantly changing model does give rise to concern.