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.