This book is a collection of high-quality, peer-reviewed papers presented at the IAAA Conference, held from July 17 to 19, 2026, in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. The proceedings aim to provide state-of-the-art knowledge in the field of intelligent aerial systems for both academic and industrial audiences. In particular, undergraduate students, graduate students, and researchers will find valuable insights to support and inspire their future research. This volume also serves as a useful reference for a wide range of courses, including AI Applications, Drone Swarm Formation and Control, Internet of Things, Intelligent Systems, and Mobile Networks. For industry practitioners, the proceedings present recent advances in the application of AI to aerial network development, helping to accelerate research and development efforts and facilitate the introduction of next-generation intelligent aerial system products.