Helicopter Pilots' Suspensions Lifted Over Kid Rock Fly-By
Rolling Stone • • nation
Key Points:
- The U.S. Army initially suspended the pilots who flew AH-64 Apache helicopters near Kid Rock’s Nashville home, prompting public and presidential attention.
- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth quickly lifted the suspensions, stating on social media that there would be no punishment or investigation, and encouraged the pilots to "carry on."
- Kid Rock posted a viral video of the helicopters flying by his home, praising the pilots and criticizing California Governor Gavin Newsom, which garnered over 10 million views.
- The Army confirmed an administrative review was underway to assess compliance with flight regulations but ultimately took no disciplinary action against the aircrew.
- President Trump commented that the pilots probably shouldn’t have been "playing games," but suggested they might have been showing support for Kid Rock, whom he also likes.
