V Aussie,
I would not worry about it. If they like you, they like you.
I know plenty of ex-flyers hired in the last 12 months or so and more recently.
If they can see you'll fit in then I don't think they have a problem with previous experience, in some cases I believe it's an asset if you've learnt the right things from it.
Show them the good skills you'll bring with you and tell them why you're willing to fit in at EK. Good luck!