I'll also mention that EK is also a fully widebody fleet oriented airline, every other airline Etihad, Qatar, Saudia etc, have an element of narrow body fleets as well. So pilots entering the airline have an option, i.e. they can choose whether they want to go from an a320 to an a380. Emirates does'nt have this option and its up to you when you fill out the application whether you want that lifestyle. Whether they ask for 1500 hrs or 4000 is meaningless. Its your choice.