Highfive, you might be surprised how many F/Os in the Gulf would be interested in returning home having discovered that the streets certainly aren't paved with gold and the "tax free" salary doesn't go as far as they thought it might. Throw in a sadistic company culture and 7+ years to command along with 95 hour rosters- suddenly lo-cost in Europe begins to look quite attractive.
Yes, they would take a pay drop but what price living at home?