Apache pilots
Coverage of Apache pilots in the Nexus archive.
- Suspended Apache pilots reinstated after wowing beachgoers in July 4 flyover: ‘Carry on Patriots’
Eight Apache pilots suspended after a Fourth of July airshow that impressed beachgoers have been reinstated, according to officials. The reinstatement follows the controversial suspension linked to their July 4 flyover performance.
- South Carolina National Guard suspends Apache pilots who dazzled beachgoers, prompting outrage: ‘Should be celebrated, not sanctioned’
The South Carolina National Guard suspended Apache pilots who performed a low pass during the Salute from the Shore event, which was captured in a viral video showing the helicopters flying along the coast as crowds cheered. Public reaction expressed confusion and support for the pilots, with some calling for their celebration rather than punishment.
- SC Republican calls on National Guard to end suspensions of 8 beach-buzzing Apache pilots
South Carolina Rep. Russell Fry called on the state's National Guard to end suspensions of 8 Apache pilots involved in a Fourth of July flyover. He urged the National Guard to drop the review and restore the pilots immediately.
- 8 Apache pilots suspended after Salute from the Shore flyover
Eight Apache pilots were suspended from flying following an investigation into last week's Salute from the Shore flyover, according to the South Carolina Air National Guard. The pilots remain employed and receive pay but are currently restricted from flying duties.