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In March, Army aviators flew Apache helicopters near Kid Rock's Tennessee home and over a 'No Kings' protest; the Army initially suspended the pilots and launched an investigation, but Hegseth intervened and lifted the suspension.

An Army official said an Apache costs about $7,000 per hour to fly.

Kid Rock posted a video on social media showing himself standing poolside saluting as helicopters hovered overhead.

California Governor Gavin Newsom criticized the flights, questioning why taxpayers are paying.

Hegseth lifted the suspension on March 31, writing on X: 'Pilots suspension LIFTED. No punishment. No investigation. Carry on, patriots.'

Kid Rock and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth flew in Army Apache attack helicopters at a base in Virginia on Monday.

Apache gunships are not typically stationed at Fort Belvoir.

Kid Rock flew to Fort Belvoir on his private jet.

The March flight was not connected to the 'No Kings' protests.

Army officials said the March helicopters followed a planned training route near Kid Rock's property; a 101st spokesperson described it as 'entirely coincidental.'

The personnel involved in the March incident were suspended from flight duties.

Army spokesperson Maj. Montrell Russell said two Apaches from 101st Combat Aviation Brigade were operating in Nashville area during the March incident.

Army suspended air crew and launched an AR 15-6 investigation into the March 28 incident.

Kid Rock flew in the gunner's seat along with Hegseth, according to investigative reporter Ryan Grim.

The Apache that took off was part of a group of four Apaches and two Blackhawks that arrived from Fort Campbell on Saturday.

Kid Rock's jet landed at Fort Belvoir at 6:30am; an Apache took off around 1pm and circled for 10 minutes.

Kid Rock participated in troop touches and filmed videos for Memorial Day, America's 250th birthday, and his Freedom 250 tour.

Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell said the flights supported a 'community relations event' for a White House-led initiative for America's 250th anniversary.

Hegseth posted photos on social media Monday night stating he joined Kid Rock for a ride.