Spicejet has no expat F/Os' and is not hiring any expat F/O's. I'm told that they continue to interview and hire local F/O's through their cadet program or direct entry for Indian Capts and F/O's with ratings and experience. Expat Capts are continually sought. As far as a "slump" I am no expert but I've been told for Indian F/O's, they need to be hired somewhere in the next two years. Spicejet is smart in picking up as many locals as they can now even though they might have a surplus right now. This way with growth they are well positioned as far as manning is concerned. Right now F/O's have a country club schedule and only fly 2-3 times a week.