What do closed taxiway markings look like?

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What do closed taxiway markings look like?

Closed taxiway markings use yellow X-shaped crosses painted across the taxiway to indicate that the portion is not usable. These crosses are typically nonretroreflective and sized to be clearly visible: at least 5 feet wide and about 30 feet long overall for each cross. This distinct yellow X pattern across the pavement is what tells pilots and ground vehicles not to use that taxiway segment. Other markings like yellow rectangle signs, white dashed lines, or red crossbars serve different purposes, so they don’t indicate a closed taxiway.

Closed taxiway markings use yellow X-shaped crosses painted across the taxiway to indicate that the portion is not usable. These crosses are typically nonretroreflective and sized to be clearly visible: at least 5 feet wide and about 30 feet long overall for each cross. This distinct yellow X pattern across the pavement is what tells pilots and ground vehicles not to use that taxiway segment. Other markings like yellow rectangle signs, white dashed lines, or red crossbars serve different purposes, so they don’t indicate a closed taxiway.

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