I've just finished reading about
the "49ers" on your website, and am very moved.
I am a 7X7 First Officer, and have been interested in coming to work for Cathay for some time. I was excited to read on the Cathay website that the airline would be hiring pilots again soon.
Upon learning of Cathay's intent to hire, I contacted a friend who flies for Cathay. He let me know about the can of worms management has created there, and told me about the
Recruitment Ban. A few days later I got my copy of Airline Pilot (US-ALPA member magazine), and read about the trouble you all are having.
You should know that the ALPA pilots around the world are talking about your plight, and we support you. I will, of course, honour the Ban. You must win this battle, or Cathay will not be a place any pilot will want to work.