airplaneridesrfun:
Perhaps you should keep up to date on the interview process at CX, before posting nonsense.
International cadets are now interviewed internationally, ie: not in Hong Kong. People do have the option to interview in HK, but that's their own choice (and expense). If they interview overseas, and are successful, the next stage is in HK, with tickets, hotel, and allowance paid by CX.
Secondly, how is a 6K PPL comparable to a jet job with a major airline??? Sure, CX is not the be-all and end-all of aviation, but it is an opportunity.
Regarding contracts, well we all know that every industry worldwide, except aviation, honor their employment contracts, and never, ever lay off. Note extreme sarcasm.
Holdmetight:
Your comment is very valid. How will CX entice Int'l cadets to stay long-term? The pot will have to be 'sweetened' down the road. As far as the bean-counters are concerned though, I suspect they only really worry about this financial year, and maybe the next. What happens in 5 or 10yrs is an eternity away.