Not sure what to make of the above comment. But here is the latest at SG.
In the last 3-6 months just about everyone with an ATPL and the required hours (2500 min) has been put in the pipeline for command upgrade. We now have quite a few new Indian Capts who have been released, and a few more should be done in a few weeks. I think after the new year, they might be able to upgrade 1 a month at best. This is because after the initial cadre, the hour are lacking for the P2 to meet command requirements. Our youngest Captain is 22 years old.
Hiring has stopped for foreign Capts. After March 2010, some of the FATA's will reach the 3 year mark, and so it is unlcear at this point if they will be renewed. I know of 1 FATA which was not renewed (individual had 3 years plus in India, Spicejet plus another airline). Staffing seems to be adequate at this time. However, if Intl ops start in 2010 then it might not. My best guess is that even if FATA's are renewed, SG will not need expats in 18-24 months.
Pay is still always on time or early.