The 2011 Paris Air Show (11 images)

The 49th International Paris Air Show is being held at Le Bourget, and features the first appearance of Boeing's 747-8 outside of the U.S.

An M-346 Master Advanced Fighter Trainer takes to the sky during the 49th International Paris Air Show at Le Bourget near Paris on June 20, 2011. UPI/David Silpa

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A Beriev 202 firefighting airplane puts on a display during the 49th International Paris Air Show at Le Bourget near Paris on June 20, 2011. UPI/David Silpa

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An M-346 Master Advanced Fighter Trainer takes to the sky during the 49th International Paris Air Show at Le Bourget near Paris on June 20, 2011. UPI/David Silpa

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A Lockheed Constellation "Connie" takes to the sky during the 49th International Paris Air Show at Le Bourget near Paris on June 20, 2011. UPI/David Silpa

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