The Paris Air Show is the biggest and oldest air show in the world. Established in 1909 the airshow is now held every-odd year. 2011 marks the 49th event held. It runs from June 20 to the 26th at Paris' Le Bourget airfield.

The show is organized by French aerospace organization Groupement des Industries Françaises Aéronautiques et Spatiales. It is both a fun event for visitors and a serious business conference. Many large-scale international deals take place, while new products and prototypes are displayed to ptoential buyers.

There are always new and spectacular planes and jets on display. Here are some pictures from the amazing event.

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A Beriev 202 firefighting airplane releases water during a flying display two days before the opening of the 49th Paris Air Show at the Le Bourget airport REUTERS
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An Eurocopter X3 helicopter takes part in a flying display for French President Sarkozy during the 49th Paris Air Show at the Le Bourget airport Reuters
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A Fouga Magister takes part in a flying display during the 48th Paris Air Show at the Le Bourget airport near Paris REUTERS
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A Eurofighter Typhoon jet takes part in a flying display during the 48th Paris Air Show at the Le Bourget airport Reuters
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Schiebel's Camcopter takes part in a flight display during the 48th Paris Air Show at the Le Bourget airport near Paris REUTERS
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An Eurocopter EC725 CARACAL carrying French Airforce commandos during the 48th Paris Air Show at the Le Bourget REUTERS
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France's national colors trail over the Champs Elysees during Bastille Day in Paris REUTERS/Mal Langsdon
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