Sadly, Spain does indeed have its problems, and it has been thus for the very many years I have passed that way.
It would appear that each new generation of younger pilots have had dissatisfaction with Spanish ATC, but the fact remains that it ain't gonna improve anytime soon, so get used to it.
LHR?
Well lets see, ATIS says 8km, yet listening on ground control while in the LOGAN hold years ago, the airport is in the process of going to LVP.
Nothing from the approach controller, nor anyone else for that matter.
They still insist that minimal delay expected.
Imagine that.
I personally believe that throwing stones at Spanish ATC when LHR can't get it right on some occasions, is nonsense...go with the flow, folks.
That, quite frankly is what you are paid the big bucks for...
Or, would you disagree?
Answers on a postcard....
