The topics of interest include, but are not limited to the following: Emerging Airborne Networking Architecture Next Generation Air Transportation Systems Airborne platform system performance and security Integration of Unmanned Air Vehicles into National Airspace Communication and information foundations and fundamental limits Modelling and simulation for mobility, connectivity, and coverage Cyber-Physical System perspective of airborne networks Airborne/Satellite Communication and networking platforms and strategies Communications, networking, and security protocols and standards Swarming, collaboration, and self-organization Network trials, test-beds, experiments, and measurements Real world applications such as border patrol, air-traffic control, search and rescue missions, disaster preparedness and recovery operations Aerial base stations as communication relays and unmanned cargo