Army Suspends Helicopter Crews After Flyover Near Kid Rock's Home

The crews were under investigation for compliance with regulations during the training mission.

Mar. 31, 2026 at 9:07pm

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A dynamic, fragmented painting depicting the overlapping, repeated forms of an AH-64 Apache helicopter in flight, conveying a sense of motion and the scrutiny surrounding the incident.The Army's investigation into the unauthorized flyover of Kid Rock's home by two Apache helicopters will examine compliance with regulations and the appropriate use of military resources.Today in Nashville

The U.S. Army has suspended two helicopter crews from the 101st Combat Aviation Brigade at Fort Campbell after they conducted a flyover near Kid Rock's home in Nashville, Tennessee on March 28. The Army is reviewing the circumstances surrounding the mission, including compliance with FAA regulations, aviation safety protocols, and approval requirements.

Why it matters

The incident has raised questions about the appropriate use of military aircraft and whether the crews violated any rules or protocols by flying near a celebrity's private residence during a training mission. It also highlights the close relationship between Kid Rock and the military, as the entertainer is an outspoken supporter of the armed forces.

The details

According to the Army, the two AH-64 Apache helicopters hovered next to Kid Rock's swimming pool while he clapped, saluted, and raised his fist in the air. The helicopters were on a training mission when they stopped by Kid Rock's house, which is built to resemble the White House. The crews have been suspended from flying pending the investigation.

  • The incident occurred on March 28, 2026.
  • The Army announced the suspension of the crews on March 31, 2026.

The players

Kid Rock

An entertainer and outspoken supporter of President Donald Trump, who has a close relationship with the military and has performed for troops overseas.

101st Combat Aviation Brigade

A unit of the U.S. Army based at Fort Campbell, which operates the AH-64 Apache helicopters that were involved in the flyover near Kid Rock's home.

Maj. Montrell Russell

A U.S. Army spokesperson who confirmed the suspension of the helicopter crews pending an investigation.

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What they’re saying

“The Army has confirmed that on March 28, two Apache helicopters from the 101st Combat Aviation Brigade at Fort Campbell conducted a flight in the Nashville area that has attracted public and media attention.”

— Maj. Montrell Russell, U.S. Army Spokesperson

“I think they know this is a pretty friendly spot. I've talked to some of these pilots. I've told them, 'You guys see me waving when you come by the house?' I'm like, 'You guys are always welcome to cruise by my house, any time.'”

— Kid Rock

What’s next

The Army is reviewing the circumstances surrounding the mission, including compliance with relevant FAA regulations, aviation safety protocol, and approval requirements. The results of the investigation will determine if any further action is taken against the suspended helicopter crews.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the close relationship between celebrities like Kid Rock and the military, as well as the potential for misuse of military resources for personal purposes. The Army's investigation will likely focus on ensuring proper protocols and regulations were followed, and whether the crews' actions were appropriate given their training mission.