hi guys, thanks for the input. was never my intention to ruffle any feathers unless there is a compelling case to. just trying to understand SIA's rationale first. thank you boe_flight for the explanation, does make sense.
however, scoot's self-funded cadet pilot program also has an eyesight requirement of 6/60. since scoot bears zero financial risk, i wonder what's their reason then.... good old kiasuism perhaps. hereditary? pardon my cynicism.