The U.S. Army confirmed on Monday that the crew involved in a low flyover near musician Kid Rock’s Tennessee home has been suspended. The incident occurred over the weekend, prompting immediate action from military officials.

Helicopter Flyover Filmed by Musician

Kid Rock, whose legal name is Robert Ritchie, posted videos to social media showing the aircraft passing close to his hilltop residence, which he refers to as "the Southern White House." In the shared footage, the singer was seen clapping and offering a salute from his property.

Ritchie accompanied the video with a message stating, "God Bless America and all those who have made the ultimate sacrifice to defend her." He also used strong language to criticize California Governor Gavin Newsom, asserting that Newsom would never understand a certain level of respect.

Army Investigation Underway

An Army spokesperson for the 101st Airborne Division identified the aircraft involved as AH-64 Apache helicopters. These helicopters were reportedly operating in the Nashville area as part of routine training exercises.

The Army issued a statement confirming that an "administrative review is underway to assess the mission and verify compliance with regulations and airspace requirements." They emphasized that aviators must strictly follow established flight regulations and maintain high standards of professionalism and safety.

The spokesperson explicitly stated that the training flights were entirely coincidental and not connected to any ongoing events, such as the "No Kings" protests in Nashville.

Context of Training Operations

Fort Campbell, the base housing the 101st Airborne Division, is situated approximately 50 miles from the location of Kid Rock's estate. The Army indicated that if any violations of protocol are discovered during the review, "appropriate action will be taken."