http://www.cathaypacific.com/cpa/zh_INTL/careers/flying/rc_requirements
Minimum Requirements
Rapid Command applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:
An ICAO Airline Transport Pilot's License (ATPL)
A minimum of 6000 hours (fixed wing); including 3000 hours operating in Command (PIC) of a Commercial Jet in International Operations
A current Class One Medical
Fluent spoken & written English
Preferable:
B747 Type Rating
Widebody Jet Experience
An applicant must possess the right to live and work in the chosen Base Area. The Company will not sponsor applications to immigration authorities for Flight Crew to live and work in any port other than Hong Kong.