Army Suspends Crews After Apache Flybys Near Kid Rock
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Nashville, Tenn. On Saturday, two AH-64 Apache helicopters from Fort Campbell conducted low-altitude maneuvers over downtown demonstrations and later hovered near musician Robert 'Kid Rock' Ritchie’s suburban Nashville residence, with social media videos showing the aircraft alongside his swimming pool during nationwide 'No Kings' protests.
This week the U.S. Army opened an administrative AR 15-6 review and temporarily suspended the involved aircrews pending investigation; Fort Campbell described the flights as training runs and said any link to the protests was coincidental, while spokespeople indicated potential regulatory or safety issues will be assessed.
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Timeline
- 1. March 28: Two AH-64 Apache helicopters from Fort Campbell flew a training route in the Nashville area.
- 2. March 28: Helicopters were observed over a 'No Kings' protest in downtown Nashville.
- 3. March 28–29: Videos were posted showing helicopters hovering near Kid Rock’s residence and pool.
- 4. Late weekend: Fort Campbell acknowledged the videos and described flights as training runs, calling any association with rallies coincidental.
- 5. This week: The Army opened an AR 15-6 administrative review and suspended the involved aircrews pending investigation.
Why it matters
This incident is a reminder of the military's presence in our daily lives. It's also a reminder of the need for transparency in their operations. You can stay informed by following local news and asking your representatives about military activities in your area.
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