Residents across San Antonio and the Hill Country reported unusual helicopter activity on March 2, 2026, with multiple sightings of low-flying aircraft in formation. Congressman Joaquin Castro reshared social media footage showing a fleet of helicopters over a wooded neighborhood, prompting widespread discussion about the military presence.

Social media posts claimed the helicopters flew without lights and shook houses for 30 seconds. The footage received over 1.2 million views on X, with users speculating the aircraft were CH-47 Chinooks or 160th SOAR Night Stalkers. Additional sightings were reported in West Austin, Lampasas County, and other areas.

Local military installations including Joint Base San Antonio and Lackland Air Force Base are common in the region, leading some to suggest routine military movements. However, residents who have lived in their homes since 2009 described the activity as unprecedented. MySA reached out to both Castro's office and JBSA for comment but had not received responses at publication.