I went to the Show at Sydney. About 50 people including spouces. Relevant points are:
- 280 pilots needed this year
45 x A380 and 56 x B777 on order.
3 - 4.5 years to a command
$36000 bond for 3 years
We asked the HR lady if significant turbo-prop time was allowed and she said outright sorry, we can't help you. Asked the same question to the Captain and he said maybe.
Hope this helps somebody.