Crikey, is it not possible for you guys to give some actual information for those of us considering our options instead of some obscure hints about little men and goats?
Half of this stuff I don't even understand: Carrying a knife in the cabin? Can't leave the country for 3 months? (what they hold you hostage?), you are required to wear a hat while doing your walk-around: that doesn't seem too muck to ask.
As I understand it Emirates etc is better but hardly anyone is hiring now. Cathay has even canceled SO interviews.
In light of that, how about some concrete info?
Competitive mins?
Training contract?
Upgrade time?
rostering (min days off)?
Ease of commute (to Dubai US etc. if that is necessary)
Quality of training?
Etc etc