Androids can no longer be on carriers. Apple players can until Apple updates. There are a few ways to register time on carrier and still be invisible. Most don't want to tell their secrets. Have some patients Stuart when Apple update comes most should be straightened out. Until then just enjoy game as best you can! Don't play carrier games if they bother you!
You also posted this in Aircraft topic when it belongs in Feedback and Requests. I am moving it there for you:).

Apple players can until Apple updates

Apple often do updates so I guess it's just a matter of time. I myself just chose to ignore them by the way.