The Pentagon's Folly: Politicizing Military Norms at All Costs The recent revelations surrounding Kid Rock's Apache helicopter stunt and its aftermath demonstrate a disturbing willingness to sacrifice military norms for short term gains.
The flyover, which deviated from standard training procedures and potentially put lives at risk, has been downplayed by some as a harmless display of respect for the rocker.
However, the subsequent investigation and the Army's handling of it paint a more nuanced picture.