What should be done if markings are not in accordance with airfield marking criteria?

When markings do not conform to the established airfield marking criteria, covering extraneous markings with black paint is a practical and effective solution. This action helps to eliminate confusion for pilots and ground personnel by ensuring that only the standard and necessary markings are visible. By painting over inappropriate or misleading markings, the operational integrity and safety of the airfield can be maintained, which is crucial for effective air traffic management.

Simply removing all markings, reporting the issue, or leaving them unchanged may create further complications. Removing all markings could leave the airfield without adequate guidance for operations, while reporting the issue might lead to delays in action and still leave operational concerns unaddressed. Leaving the markings as they are could pose a significant safety risk by not providing clear information needed for safe aircraft movement. Covering with black paint directly addresses the issue while maintaining the necessary markings that conform to regulations.