Actual recent conversation with BCN radar while leaving their airspace (we were filed at fl350)
Starts at Fl290 over 150nm miles after take off having been at fl290 for quite a while..
Me, BCN is the traffic 18nm ahead of us the reason we cant climb?
BCN, Sir there is no traffic 18nm ahead of you what level are you filed?
A very confused me double checking the TCAS, We are filed at FL350.
BCN, Ok climb FL350 why didnt you ask?
Me, Decided to stay quiet
A few seconds later
BCN, turn right 20 degrees due traffic at your 12 o clock 17nm ahead.
Me
Good job guys I fully support your claim to 200k a year
