Cyber, you must have something with the GF -'professional'- interview. I guess it's not your kinda thing so hope you enjoy the EK interview and good luck.
Vfenext, Cyber is pretty much in the ball park on basic pay (without wife, kids, housing, school, etc. allowances), unless you're talking about Capt's basic salary. Correct me if I'm wrong but that's what I've got on paper infront of me now. And yes, $6000 take home for the month's work is good for sanity. Starting in Bahrain in 4 weeks time. Cyber wants to be paid for his >6000hrs on type so maybe EK will be able to look after him for what/who he is worth.