3500 hrs sounds about right, I know two people that have got through 1st interview both with that time and heading to second interview in Feb.
It is my understanding that a 2nd officer position is all that you will be offered in Cathay passenger fleet, Direct entry 1st officers go to Cathay cargo.
I here people moan about long time to command, and in the same breath want to buy a 737 rating with 300 hours. How long do you think it is going to take them to command?