GIFAS is the French Aerospace Industries Association that represents over 350 member companies in the civil, defense, and security aerospace industries in France. It works to defend the interests of the industry and its members, promote the industry in France and abroad, and represent the industry on French and international bodies. In 2013, GIFAS members had a total turnover of $53.9 billion, with $27 billion coming from export revenues. Major prime contractors include Airbus Group, Safran, Thales, and Dassault. GIFAS members employ over 177,000 people in France and over 300,000 including subcontractors. GIFAS is also the organizer of the Paris Air Show, the world's premier aer