Just to quell any thoughts of a quick command.
A quick look at a recent seniority list shows 3644 pilots with the last Cpt at about number 2000.
Therefore 1600+ guys ahead of anyone joining now for what ever upgrades happen to come along.
Thats along time in the RHS suffering either below inflation pay reviews or no pay rise what so ever combined with the escalating cost of living here in Dubai etc etc.