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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth Lifts Suspension of Apache Helicopter Pilots After Fourth of July Flyover

Four Army helicopters were initially suspended by South Carolina's National Guard for a low flyover during Independence Day celebrations, but the suspension was later overturned by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.

Jul 11, 2026, 10:14 AM CBS Politics

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On the Fourth of July, four Army Apache helicopters conducted a low flyover for spectators in South Carolina. This action led to their suspension by the state's National Guard. However, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth intervened and lifted the suspension, allowing the pilots to return to duty. The incident highlights a rare reversal of disciplinary action at the federal level following a state military decision.

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Pete Hegseth lifts Apache helicopter pilots' suspension for low flyover

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Overview: This article shows limited framing pressure in the available source text. Four Army helicopters were initially suspended by South Carolina's National Guard for a low flyover during Independence Day celebrations, but the suspension was later overturned by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.

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