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U.S. Air Force Command Chief Master Sgt. Shaun Campbell, 5th Air Force Command Chief, speaks to Airman Leadership School class 26-A during a visit at Kadena Air Base, Japan.

(U.S. Air Force Photo by Senior Airman James Johnson)

U.S. Air Force Command Chief Master Sgt. Shaun Campbell, 5th Air Force Command Chief, speaks to Airman Leadership School class 26-A during a visit at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 14, 2026. The 24-day ALS course develops future enlisted leaders by teaching fundamental leadership, management, and communication concepts.

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