Two weeks prior to the scheduled interview, CAL told me I would need to deposit $13,000 US in an account under CAL's name. The account would pay no interest and the money would not be returned to me until full completion of the contract - nor would it be prorated if one were to leave the contract early.
I am previously typed and experienced in heavy transport aircraft with a major US carrier and thus refused to make any such deposit, so withdrew from the process.
Hope this helps.
Best,
Felix