The US military has launched an investigation after military helicopters were seen flying abnormally near musician Kid Rock’s Tennessee home.The incident involved at least two AH-64 Apache helicopters from the Army’s 101st Combat Aviation Brigade, which were on a training mission when they approached the singer’s property in Whites Creek, outside Nashville. Video posted online showed the plane hovering near the residence while Kid Rock, whose real name is Robert Richie, appeared to salute the crew.According to Army officials, the flyby was not authorized and was not part of any planned outreach or operational activity. “Military aviators must adhere to strict safety standards, professionalism and established flight rules,” a spokesperson said, confirming that an administrative review is now underway to determine whether any rules were broken.Flight tracking data cited in US reports showed a helicopter circling the property several times over several minutes. The aircraft also flew at a relatively low altitude, raising further concerns about safety and compliance with aviation protocols.The same helicopters were also seen flying near a public meeting related to the “No Kings” protests in the area. Officials said the crew was not assigned any role related to the demonstrations and dismissed the overlap as coincidental.The episode has drawn criticism from some quarters, raising questions about the potential misuse of military resources and the appropriateness of such maneuvers near private property. Others pointed to broader sensitivities around military aviation following a deadly mid-air collision between a military helicopter and a commercial airliner in 2025.Kid Rock has been a long-time supporter of US President Donald Trump. He politicized the incident by sharing footage of the flyby on social media. However, officials said there was no evidence that the musician requested the helicopters or that the incident was coordinated with him.
