You guys have it all wrong. I hold CX crews in the highest regard, more so than many of my US counterparts! I am an American who spent 20 years in HK and have no problem with CX and even considered staying in HK and working for them a long time ago. However, I have many guys in the US (who tend to be regional and CFI types) inquire about CX. This is why I asked the question of how many were still there.
While I dont keep myself updated on the working conditions and recruitment ban at CX, the ones who apply there seem not to care.
Any yes, I am familiar with the history of CX. However, having an LAX base does not mean it would be staffed with US citizens. If one has the right to live in the US, then they could be based here.
Cheers,