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U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Caleb Hager, Pacific Air Forces Air Postal Squadron section chief, poses for a photo during a Samurai Spotlight at Yokota Air Base, Japan, August 7, 2026.

(U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Carissa McSwain)

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Caleb Hager, Pacific Air Forces Air Postal Squadron section chief, poses for a photo during a Samurai Spotlight at Yokota Air Base, Japan, August 7, 2026. Hager was appointed to lead in an E-7 role and led mail transportation for a 34-member joint-national team, identifying a critical vehicle contract shortfall, saving $10K in overhead costs. He spotlighted his team through five immersions, hosting Joint Military Postal Agency Command Chief, PACAF A1 Director, 374th Airlift Wing, 374th Mission Support Group and 374th Force Support Squadron leaders showcasing 363-day operation.

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