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Jun. 30, 2011
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Jul. 14, 2011
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| Document Type | 10-Q | |
| Amendment Flag | false | |
| Document Period End Date | Jun. 30, 2011 | |
| Document Fiscal Year Focus | 2011 | |
| Document Fiscal Period Focus | Q2 | |
| Entity Registrant Name | AMR CORP | |
| Entity Central Index Key | 0000006201 | |
| Current Fiscal Year End Date | --12-31 | |
| Entity Filer Category | Large Accelerated Filer | |
| Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding | 335,207,279 |
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This is focus fiscal period of the document report. For a first quarter 2006 quarterly report, which may also provide financial information from prior periods, the first fiscal quarter should be given as the fiscal period focus. Values: FY, Q1, Q2, Q3, Q4, H1, H2, M9, T1, T2, T3, M8, CY. No definition available.
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This is focus fiscal year of the document report in CCYY format. For a 2006 annual report, which may also provide financial information from prior periods, fiscal 2006 should be given as the fiscal year focus. Example: 2006. No definition available.
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The end date of the period reflected on the cover page if a periodic report. For all other reports and registration statements this will be the filing date. The format of the date is CCYY-MM-DD. No definition available.
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The type of document being provided (such as 10-K, 10-Q, N-1A, etc). The document type should be limited to the same value as the supporting SEC submission type. The acceptable values are as follows: S-1, S-3, S-4, S-11, F-1, F-3, F-4, F-9, F-10, 6-K, 8-K, 10, 10-K, 10-Q, 20-F, 40-F, N-1A, 485BPOS, NCSR, N-Q, and Other. No definition available.
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A unique 10-digit SEC-issued value to identify entities that have filed disclosures with the SEC. It is commonly abbreviated as CIK. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Indicate number of shares outstanding of each of registrant's classes of common stock, as of latest practicable date. Where multiple classes exist define each class by adding class of stock items such as Common Class A [Member], Common Class B [Member] onto the Instrument [Domain] of the Entity Listings, Instrument No definition available.
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Indicate whether the registrant is one of the following: (1) Large Accelerated Filer, (2) Accelerated Filer, (3) Non-accelerated Filer, or (4) Smaller Reporting Company. Definitions of these categories are stated in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act. This information should be based on the registrant's current or most recent filing containing the related disclosure. No definition available.
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Consolidated Statements Of Operations (USD $)
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Jun. 30, 2010
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Jun. 30, 2010
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| Passenger - American Airlines | $ 4,557 | $ 4,279 | $ 8,691 | $ 8,110 |
| - Regional Affiliates | 711 | 600 | 1,288 | 1,098 |
| Cargo | 187 | 170 | 356 | 324 |
| Other revenues | 659 | 625 | 1,312 | 1,210 |
| Total operating revenues | 6,114 | 5,674 | 11,647 | 10,742 |
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| Aircraft fuel | 2,202 | 1,655 | 4,044 | 3,131 |
| Wages, salaries and benefits | 1,764 | 1,714 | 3,486 | 3,417 |
| Other rentals and landing fees | 355 | 352 | 707 | 704 |
| Maintenance, materials and repairs | 334 | 340 | 639 | 691 |
| Depreciation and amortization | 266 | 267 | 542 | 534 |
| Commissions, booking fees and credit card expense | 268 | 248 | 524 | 482 |
| Aircraft rentals | 158 | 145 | 318 | 274 |
| Food service | 133 | 121 | 253 | 236 |
| Other operating expenses | 712 | 636 | 1,443 | 1,375 |
| Total operating expenses | 6,192 | 5,478 | 11,956 | 10,844 |
| Operating Income (Loss) | (78) | 196 | (309) | (102) |
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| Interest income | 7 | 6 | 14 | 11 |
| Interest expense | (215) | (209) | (415) | (418) |
| Interest capitalized | 10 | 8 | 17 | 18 |
| Miscellaneous - net | (10) | (12) | (29) | (25) |
| Other Income (Expense) | (208) | (207) | (413) | (414) |
| Loss Before Income Taxes | (286) | (11) | (722) | (516) |
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| Net Loss | $ (286) | $ (11) | $ (722) | $ (516) |
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| Basic | $ (0.85) | $ (0.03) | $ (2.16) | $ (1.55) |
| Diluted | $ (0.85) | $ (0.03) | $ (2.16) | $ (1.55) |
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Maintenance costs incurred and directly related to services rendered by an entity during the reporting period. Includes the cost of inspections and repairs, materials and routine maintenance costs for all aircraft and engines. No definition available.
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Expense incurred related to the lease of aircraft from outside third parties that are used in the Company's business operations. No definition available.
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Cost of food and beverage catering for passengers. No definition available.
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Direct costs incurred at airports in which the Company conducts flight operations. The costs primarily consist of fees paid to the airport authority for takeoff and landing, gate space and facilities, allocations of common space such as security and other terminal costs, and fuel storage facilities. No definition available.
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A transportation carrier's mainline fare revenue recognized in the period from carrying passengers between destinations. No definition available.
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A transportation carrier's regional affiliates' fare revenue recognized in the period from carrying passengers between destinations. No definition available.
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Revenue from transporting cargo and freight between locations. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Total costs of sales and operating expenses for the period. No definition available.
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The current period expense charged against earnings on long-lived, physical assets not used in production, and which are not intended for resale, to allocate or recognize the cost of such assets over their useful lives; or to record the reduction in book value of an intangible asset over the benefit period of such asset; or to reflect consumption during the period of an asset that is not used in production. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The amount of net income or loss for the period per each share of common stock outstanding during the reporting period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The amount of net income or loss for the period per each share of common stock and dilutive common stock equivalents outstanding during the reporting period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Fuel costs incurred that are directly related to goods produced and sold and services rendered during the reporting period. No definition available.
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Sum of operating profit and nonoperating income (expense) before income (loss) from equity method investments, income taxes, extraordinary items, cumulative effects of changes in accounting principles, and noncontrolling interest. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The sum of the current income tax expense (benefit) and the deferred income tax expense (benefit) pertaining to continuing operations. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The amount of interest that was capitalized during the period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The cost of borrowed funds accounted for as interest that was charged against earnings during the period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Income derived from investments in debt securities and on cash and cash equivalents the earnings of which reflect the time value of money or transactions in which the payments are for the use or forbearance of money. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The aggregate amount of expenditures for salaries, wages, profit sharing and incentive compensation, and other employee benefits, including share-based compensation, and pension and other postretirement benefit expense. No definition available.
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The portion of consolidated profit or loss for the period, net of income taxes, which is attributable to the parent. If the entity does not present consolidated financial statements, the amount of profit or loss for the period, net of income taxes. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The aggregate amount of income (expense) from ancillary business-related activities (that is to say, excluding major activities considered part of the normal operations of the business). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The net result for the period of deducting operating expenses from operating revenues. No definition available.
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The total amount of other operating cost and expense items that are associated with the entity's normal revenue producing operation. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The net amount of other nonoperating income and expense, which does not qualify for separate disclosure on the income statement under materiality guidelines. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Revenues from the sale of other goods or rendering of other services, not elsewhere specified in the taxonomy; net of (reduced by) sales adjustments, returns, allowances, and discounts. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Aggregate revenue during the period from services rendered in the normal course of business, after deducting allowances and discounts. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Expenses recognized in the period that are directly related to the selling and distribution of products or services. No definition available.
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Carrying amount (original costs adjusted for previously recognized amortization and impairment) as of the balance sheet date of domestic slots, route authorities, airport operating and gate lease rights and related intangibles. No definition available.
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Carrying amount (original costs adjusted for previously recognized amortization and impairment) as of the balance sheet date of international slots, route authorities, airport operating and gate lease rights and related intangibles. No definition available.
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The total gross amount for long-lived depreciable assets not included within other defined categories that are subject to a lease meeting the criteria for capitalization. Amounts are stated net of accumulated amortization. No definition available.
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Carrying amount at the balance sheet date of deposits made to the manufacturer for new flight equipment still under construction. Includes construction costs to date for assets being constructed that are not ready to be placed into service and may include capitalized interest. No definition available.
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Long-lived, depreciable flight assets used in the Company's principle business operations, subject to a lease and meeting the criteria for capitalization. Amounts are stated net of accumulated amortization. No definition available.
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Long-lived, depreciable flight assets used in the Company's principle business operations, including owned aircraft as well as capitalized improvements. Amounts are stated net of accumulated depreciation. No definition available.
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This element represents capitalized assets classified as property, plant and equipment not otherwise defined in the taxonomy. Amounts are stated net of accumulated depreciation. No definition available.
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Carrying value as of the balance sheet date of liabilities incurred (and for which invoices have typically been received) and payable to vendors for goods and services received that are used in an entity's business. Used to reflect the current portion of the liabilities (due within one year or within the normal operating cycle if longer). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Carrying value as of the balance sheet date of obligations incurred and payable, pertaining to costs that are statutory in nature, are incurred on contractual obligations, or accumulate over time and for which invoices have not yet been received or will not be rendered. Examples include taxes, interest, rent and utilities. Used to reflect the current portion of the liabilities (due within one year or within the normal operating cycle if longer). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Accumulated change in equity from transactions and other events and circumstances from non-owner sources, net of tax effect, at fiscal year-end. Excludes Net Income (Loss), and accumulated changes in equity from transactions resulting from investments by owners and distributions to owners. Includes foreign currency translation items, certain pension adjustments, and unrealized gains and losses on certain investments in debt and equity securities as well as changes in the fair value of derivatives related to the effective portion of a designated cash flow hedge. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Value received from shareholders in common stock-related transactions that are in excess of par value or stated value and amounts received from other stock-related transactions. Includes only common stock transactions (excludes preferred stock transactions). May be called contributed capital, capital in excess of par, capital surplus, or paid-in capital. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Carrying amount as of the balance sheet date of merchandise, goods, commodities, or supplies to be used in air transport of passengers and freight. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Sum of the carrying amounts as of the balance sheet date of all assets that are recognized. Assets are probable future economic benefits obtained or controlled by an entity as a result of past transactions or events. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Sum of the carrying amounts as of the balance sheet date of all assets that are expected to be realized in cash, sold, or consumed within one year (or the normal operating cycle, if longer). Assets are probable future economic benefits obtained or controlled by an entity as a result of past transactions or events. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount equal to the present value (the principal) at the beginning of the lease term of minimum lease payments during the lease term (excluding that portion of the payments representing executory costs such as insurance, maintenance, and taxes to be paid by the lessor, together with any profit thereon) net of payments or other amounts applied to the principal, through the balance sheet date and due to be paid within one year (or one operating cycle, if longer) of the balance sheet date. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount equal to the present value (the principal) at the beginning of the lease term of minimum lease payments during the lease term (excluding that portion of the payments representing executory costs such as insurance, maintenance, and taxes to be paid by the lessor, together with any profit thereon) net of payments or other amounts applied to the principal, through the balance sheet date and due to be paid more than one year (or one operating cycle, if longer) after the balance sheet date. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The total gross amount less the charge for the use of the long-lived depreciable assets subject to a lease meeting the criteria for capitalization. No definition available.
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Unrestricted cash available for day-to-day operating needs. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Fair value of all asset derivatives designated as cash flow hedging instruments. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Dollar value of issued common stock whether issued at par value, no par or stated value. This item includes treasury stock repurchased by the entity. Note: elements for number of common shares, par value and other disclosure concepts are in another section within stockholders' equity. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Carrying amount as of the balance sheet date of unearned income pertaining to unused airline tickets sold and unexpired credits (such as points, miles and awards) not yet recognized as revenue. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Total carrying amount of consideration received or receivable as of the balance sheet date representing potential earnings that were not as yet recognized as revenue or other forms of income in conformity with GAAP, and which are expected to be recognized as such after one year or beyond the normal operating cycle, if longer. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Total of all Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity items. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Total obligations incurred as part of normal operations that are expected to be paid during the following twelve months or within one business cycle, if longer. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Total of the portions of the carrying amounts as of the balance sheet date of long-term debt, which may include notes payable, bonds payable, debentures, mortgage loans, and commercial paper, which are scheduled to be repaid within one year or the normal operating cycle, if longer, and after deducting unamortized discount or premiums, if any. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Sum of the carrying values as of the balance sheet date of all long-term debt, which is debt initially having maturities due after one year from the balance sheet date or beyond the operating cycle, if longer, but excluding the portions thereof scheduled to be repaid within one year (current maturities) or the normal operating cycle, if longer, and after deducting unamortized discount or premiums, if any. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Aggregate carrying amount, as of the balance sheet date, of current assets not separately presented elsewhere in the balance sheet. Current assets are expected to be realized or consumed within one year (or the normal operating cycle, if longer). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Aggregate carrying amount, as of the balance sheet date, of noncurrent assets not separately disclosed in the balance sheet due to materiality considerations. Noncurrent assets are expected to be realized or consumed after one year (or the normal operating cycle, if longer). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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This represents the noncurrent liability for underfunded plans recognized in the balance sheet that is associated with the defined benefit pension plans and other postretirement defined benefit plans. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Dollar value of issued nonredeemable preferred stock (or preferred stock redeemable solely at the option of the issuer) whether issued at par value, no par or stated value. This item includes treasury stock repurchased by the entity. Note: elements for number of nonredeemable preferred shares, par value and other disclosure concepts are in another section within stockholders' equity. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Tangible assets that are held by an entity for use in the production or supply of goods and services, for rental to others, or for administrative purposes and that are expected to provide economic benefit for more than one year; net of accumulated depreciation. Examples include land, buildings, and production equipment. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The total amount due to the entity within one year of the balance sheet date (or one operating cycle, if longer) from outside sources, including trade accounts receivable, notes and loans receivable, as well as any other types of receivables, net of allowances established for the purpose of reducing such receivables to an amount that approximates their net realizable value. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The current cash, cash equivalents and investments that are restricted as to withdrawal or usage. Restrictions may include legally restricted deposits held as compensating balances against short-term borrowing arrangements, contracts entered into with others, or entity statements of intention with regard to particular deposits; however, time deposits and short-term certificates of deposit are not generally included in legally restricted deposits. Excludes compensating balance arrangements that are not agreements which legally restrict the use of cash amounts shown on the balance sheet. Includes current cash equivalents and investments that are similarly restricted as to withdrawal, usage or disposal. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The cumulative amount of the reporting entity's undistributed earnings or deficit. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Investments which are intended to be sold in the short term (usually less than one year or the normal operating cycle, whichever is longer) including trading securities, available-for-sale securities, held-to-maturity securities, and other short-term investments not otherwise listed in the existing taxonomy. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Total of all Stockholders' Equity (deficit) items, net of receivables from officers, directors owners, and affiliates of the entity which are attributable to the parent. The amount of the economic entity's stockholders' equity attributable to the parent excludes the amount of stockholders' equity which is allocable to that ownership interest in subsidiary equity which is not attributable to the parent (noncontrolling interest, minority interest). This excludes temporary equity and is sometimes called permanent equity. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Value of common and preferred shares of an entity that were issued, repurchased by the entity, and are held in its treasury. Treasury stock is issued but is not outstanding. This stock has no voting rights and receives no dividends. Note that treasury stock may be recorded at its total cost or separately as par (or stated) value and additional paid in capital. Note: number of treasury shares concept is in another section within stockholders' equity. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Condensed Consolidated Statements Of Cash Flows (USD $)
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| Net Cash Provided by (used for) Operating Activities | $ 653 | $ 1,173 |
| Cash Flow from Investing Activities: | ||
| Capital expenditures | (748) | (729) |
| Net (increase) decrease in short-term investments | (530) | (641) |
| Net (increase) decrease in restricted cash and short-term investments | (7) | (1) |
| Proceeds from sale of equipment and property | (13) | (3) |
| Net cash used for investing activities | (1,298) | (1,374) |
| Cash Flow from Financing Activities: | ||
| Payments on long-term debt and capital lease obligations | (1,184) | (467) |
| Proceeds from: | ||
| Issuance of debt | 1,717 | 239 |
| Sale leaseback transactions | 262 | 472 |
| Other | 1 | |
| Net cash provided by financing activities | 795 | 245 |
| Net increase (decrease) in cash | 150 | 44 |
| Cash at beginning of period | 168 | 153 |
| Cash at end of period | $ 318 | $ 197 |
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The net cash inflow (outflow) for the net change associated with funds and investments that are not available for withdrawal or use (such as funds held in escrow) and are associated with underlying transactions that are classified as investing activities. No definition available.
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The cash outflow for debt and for leases meeting the criteria for capitalization, initially having maturity due after one year or beyond the normal operating cycle, if longer. No definition available.
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Includes currency on hand as well as demand deposits with banks or financial institutions. It also includes other kinds of accounts that have the general characteristics of demand deposits in that the Entity may deposit additional funds at any time and also effectively may withdraw funds at any time without prior notice or penalty. Cash equivalents, excluding items classified as marketable securities, include short-term, highly liquid investments that are both readily convertible to known amounts of cash, and so near their maturity that they present minimal risk of changes in value because of changes in interest rates. Generally, only investments with original maturities of three months or less qualify under that definition. Original maturity means original maturity to the entity holding the investment. For example, both a three-month US Treasury bill and a three-year Treasury note purchased three months from maturity qualify as cash equivalents. However, a Treasury note purchased three years ago does not become a cash equivalent when its remaining maturity is three months. Compensating balance arrangements that do not legally restrict the withdrawal or usage of cash amounts may be reported as Cash and Cash Equivalents, while legally restricted deposits held as compensating balances against borrowing arrangements, contracts entered into with others, or company statements of intention with regard to particular deposits should not be reported as cash and cash equivalents. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The net change between the beginning and ending balance of cash and cash equivalents. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The net cash inflow (outflow) from financing activity for the period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The net cash inflow (outflow) from investing activity. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The net cash from (used in) all of the entity's operating activities, including those of discontinued operations, of the reporting entity. Operating activities generally involve producing and delivering goods and providing services. Operating activity cash flows include transactions, adjustments, and changes in value that are not defined as investing or financing activities. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The net amount paid (received) by the reporting entity through acquisition (sale/maturities) of short-term investments with an original maturity that is three months or less which qualify for treatment as an investing activity based on management's intention and intended by management to be liquidated, if necessary, within the current operating cycle. Includes cash flows from securities classified as trading securities that were acquired for reasons other than sale in the short-term. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The gross proceeds received from the asset(s) sold in connection with the transaction involving the sale of property to another party and the lease of the property back to the seller less the costs incurred in connection with the transaction, such as closing and deferred financing costs. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Description containing the entire organization, consolidation and basis of presentation of financial statements disclosure. May be provided in more than one note to the financial statements, as long as users are provided with an understanding of (1) the significant judgments and assumptions made by an enterprise in determining whether it must consolidate a VIE and/or disclose information about its involvement with a VIE, (2) the nature of restrictions on a consolidated VIE's assets reported by an enterprise in its statement of financial position, including the carrying amounts of such assets, (3) the nature of, and changes in, the risks associated with an enterprise's involvement with the VIE, and (4) how an enterprise's involvement with the VIE affects the enterprise's financial position, financial performance, and cash flows. Describes procedure if disclosures are provided in more than one note to the financial statements. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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As of June 30, 2011, payments for the above purchase commitments under these arrangements will approximate $705 million in the remainder of 2011, $1.4 billion in 2012, $786 million in 2013, $313 million in 2014, $192 million in 2015, and $103 million for 2016. These amounts are net of purchase deposits currently held by the manufacturers. American has granted Boeing a security interest in American's purchase deposits with Boeing. The Company's purchase deposits totaled $660 million at June 30, 2011. As a result of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001 (the Terrorist Attacks) and the subsequent liability protections provided for by the Air Transportation Safety and System Stabilization Act, the Company recorded a liability for the Terrorist Attacks claims equal to the related insurance receivable due to American. In the second quarter of 2011, the Company received $576 million in insurance proceeds as partial settlement of claims related to the Terrorist Attacks. The Company used these funds to pay a portion of its share of the associated liability. Reflecting this settlement, the remaining liability, and the amount of the offsetting insurance receivable as of June 30, 2011, were each $1.1 billion. In 2010, American and Japan Airlines (JAL) entered into a Joint Business Agreement (JBA) to enhance their scope of cooperation on routes between North America and Asia through adjustments to their respective networks, flight schedules, and other business activities. American and JAL began implementing the JBA on April 1, 2011. The JBA provides for expanded codesharing, enhanced frequent flyer program reciprocity, and cooperation in other areas. American and JAL entered into a Revenue Sharing Agreement, effective April 1, 2011, as envisaged by the JBA. Under this agreement, American and JAL share certain revenues of their operations. In addition, American provided JAL a guarantee of certain minimum incremental revenue resulting from the successful operation of the joint business for the first three years following its implementation, subject to certain terms and conditions. The amount required to be paid by the Company under the guarantee in any one of such years may not exceed $100 million. Due to uncertainties as a result of the earthquake and tsunami that impacted Japan in March 2011, American and JAL are currently in discussions regarding this agreement and the effective date of the revenue guarantee. As a result of these uncertainties, the Company is still evaluating the fair value of the guarantee and the amount is not estimable at this time. |
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Under current accounting rules, the Company is required to consider all items (including items recorded in other comprehensive income) in determining the amount of tax benefit that results from a loss from continuing operations and that should be allocated to continuing operations. The Company generally does not record any such tax benefit allocation in interim reporting periods as the Company concluded the potential benefit is not considered realizable because the change in the pension liability, a material component of other comprehensive income, is determined annually. Thus, any such interim tax benefit allocation may subsequently be subject to reversal. |
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The Company's future long-term debt and operating lease payments have changed as its ordered aircraft are delivered and such deliveries have been financed. As of June 30, 2011, maturities of long-term debt (including sinking fund requirements) for the next five years are: remainder of 2011 – $1.3 billion, 2012 – $1.8 billion, 2013 – $1.0 billion, 2014 – $1.5 billion, and 2015 – $771 million. Future minimum lease payments required under operating leases that have initial or remaining non-cancelable lease terms in excess of a year as of June 30, 2011, were: remainder of 2011 – $569 million, 2012 – $1.1 billion, 2013 – $981 million, 2014 – $840 million, 2015 – $681 million, and 2016 and beyond – $6.1 billion. As of June 30, 2011, AMR had issued guarantees covering approximately $1.6 billion of American's tax-exempt bond debt (and interest thereon) and $2.0 billion of American's secured debt (and interest thereon). American had issued guarantees covering approximately $848 million of AMR's unsecured debt (and interest thereon). In addition, as of June 30, 2011, AMR and American had issued guarantees covering approximately $193 million of AMR Eagle's secured debt (and interest thereon) and AMR has issued additional guarantees covering $2.2 billion of AMR Eagle's secured debt (and interest thereon). AMR also guarantees $125 million of American's leases of certain Super ATR aircraft, which are subleased to AMR Eagle. On January 25, 2011, American closed on a $657 million offering of Class A and Class B Pass Through Trust Certificates (the Certificates). The equipment notes expected to be held by each pass through trust will be issued for each of (a) 15 Boeing 737-823 aircraft delivered new to American from 1999 to 2001, (b) six Boeing 757-223 aircraft delivered new to American in 1999 and 2001, (c) two Boeing 767-323ER aircraft delivered new to American in 1999 and (d) seven Boeing 777-223ER aircraft delivered new to American from 1999 to 2000. At closing, 27 of the aircraft were encumbered by either private mortgages or by liens to secure debt incurred in connection with the issuance of enhanced equipment trust certificates in 2001, all of which mature in 2011. As a result, the proceeds from the sale of the Certificates of each trust will initially be held in escrow with a depositary, pending the financing of each aircraft under an indenture relating to the Certificates. Interest of 5.25% and 7.00% per annum on the issued and outstanding Series A equipment notes and Series B equipment notes, respectively, will be payable semiannually on January 31 and July 31 of each year, commencing on July 31, 2011, and principal on such equipment notes is scheduled for payment on January 31 and July 31 of certain years, commencing on July 31, 2011. The payment obligations of American under the equipment notes will be fully and unconditionally guaranteed by AMR Corporation. Approximately $530 million of the proceeds from sale of the Certificates were received by American as of June 30, 2011, in exchange for equipment notes secured by (a) fifteen Boeing 737-823 aircraft, (b) two Boeing 767-323 aircraft and (c) six Boeing 777-223 aircraft. Approximately $68 million and $59 million from the sale of Certificates are expected to be received in the third and fourth quarter of 2011, respectively. In March 2011, American issued $1 billion aggregate principal amount of senior secured notes due 2016 (the Senior Secured Notes) guaranteed by the Company. The Senior Secured Notes bear interest at a rate of 7.50% per annum, payable semi-annually on March 15 and September 15 of each year, beginning September 15, 2011. As is customary for financings of this nature, the indebtedness evidenced by the Senior Secured Notes may be accelerated upon the occurrence of events of default under the related indenture. The Senior Secured Notes are senior secured obligations of American and are unconditionally guaranteed on an unsecured basis by the Company. Subject to certain limitations and exceptions, the Senior Secured Notes are secured by certain route authorities, airport landing and takeoff slots, and rights to use or occupy space in airport terminals, in each case that American uses to operate non-stop services between certain airports in the United States and London's Heathrow Airport, and between certain airports in the United States and certain airports in Japan and China. American, at its option, may redeem some or all of the Senior Secured Notes at any time on or after March 15, 2013, at specified redemption prices, plus accrued and unpaid interest, if any. In addition, at any time prior to March 15, 2013, American, at its option, may redeem some or all of the Senior Secured Notes at a redemption price equal to 100% of their principal amount plus a "make-whole" premium and accrued and unpaid interest, if any. In addition, at any time prior to March 15, 2014, American, at its option, may redeem (1) up to 35% of the aggregate principal amount of the Senior Secured Notes with the proceeds of certain equity offerings at a redemption price of 107.5% of their principal amount, plus accrued and unpaid interest, if any, and (2) during any 12-month period, up to 10% of the original aggregate principal amount of the Senior Secured Notes at a redemption price of 103% of their principal amount, plus accrued and unpaid interest, if any. If American sells certain assets or if a "change of control" (as defined in the indenture) occurs, American must offer to repurchase the Senior Secured Notes at prices specified in the indenture. The indenture for the Senior Secured Notes includes covenants that, among other things, limit the ability of the Company and its subsidiaries to merge, consolidate, sell assets, incur additional indebtedness, issue preferred stock, make investments and pay dividends. In addition, if American fails to maintain a collateral ratio of 1.5 to 1.0, American must pay additional interest on the notes at the rate of 2% per annum until the collateral coverage ratio equals at least 1.5 to 1.0. Almost all of the Company's aircraft assets (including aircraft eligible for the benefits of Section 1110 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code) are encumbered. |
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Assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis are summarized below:
No significant transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 occurred during the six months ended June 30, 2011. The Company's policy regarding the recording of transfers between levels is to reflect any such transfers at the end of the reporting period. The fair values of the Company's long-term debt were estimated using quoted market prices where available. For long-term debt not actively traded, fair values were estimated using discounted cash flow analyses, based on the Company's current estimated incremental borrowing rates for similar types of borrowing arrangements.
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This element represents the disclosure related to the fair value measurement of assets and liabilities which includes [financial] instruments measured at fair value that are classified in stockholders' equity. Such assets and liabilities may be measured on a recurring or nonrecurring basis. The disclosures which may be required or desired include: (1) for assets and liabilities measured on a recurring basis, disclosure may include: (a) the fair value measurements at the reporting date; (b) the level within the fair value hierarchy in which the fair value measurements in their entirety fall, segregating fair value measurements using quoted prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities (Level 1), significant other observable inputs (Level 2), and significant unobservable inputs (Level 3); (c) for fair value measurements using significant unobservable inputs (Level 3), a reconciliation of the beginning and ending balances, separately presenting changes during the period attributable to the following: (i) total gains or losses for the period (realized and unrealized), segregating those gains or losses included in earnings (or changes in net assets), and a description of where those gains or losses included in earnings (or changes in net assets) are reported in the statement of income (or activities); (ii) purchases, sales, issuances, and settlements (net); (iii) transfers in and transfers out of Level 3 (for example, transfers due to changes in the observability of significant inputs); (d) the amount of the total gains or losses for the period in subparagraph (c) (i) above included in earnings (or changes in net assets) that are attributable to the change in unrealized gains or losses relating to those assets and liabilities still held at the reporting date and a description of where those unrealized gains or losses are reported in the statement of income (or activities); (e) the valuation technique(s) used to measure fair value and a discussion of changes in valuation techniques, if any, during the period and (2) for assets and liabilities that are measured at fair value on a nonrecurring basis (for example, impaired assets) disclosure may include, in addition to (a) above: (a) the reasons for the fair value measurements recorded; (b) the same as (b) above; (c) for fair value measurements using significant unobservable inputs (Level 3), a description of the inputs and the information used to develop the inputs; and (d) the valuation technique(s) used to measure fair value and a discussion of changes, if any, in the valuation technique(s) used to measure similar assets and/or liabilities in prior periods. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The Company is required to make minimum contributions to its defined benefit pension plans under the minimum funding requirements of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA), the Pension Funding Equity Act of 2004, the Pension Protection Act of 2006, and the Pension Relief Act (Relief Act) of 2010. Under the Relief Act, the Company estimates its 2011 minimum required contribution to its defined benefit pension plans to be approximately $520 million. The Company contributed $188 million to its defined benefit pension plans during the first six months of 2011 and $99 million on July 15, 2011. |
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For the three and six months ended June 30, 2011, the Company recognized a decrease of approximately $136 million and $237 million, respectively, in fuel expense on the accompanying consolidated statements of operations related to its fuel hedging agreements, including the ineffective portion of the hedges. For the three and six months ended June 30, 2010, the Company recognized an increase of approximately $64 million and $114 million, respectively, in fuel expense on the accompanying consolidated statements of operations related to its fuel hedging agreements, including the ineffective portion of its hedges. The net fair value of the Company's fuel hedging agreements at June 30, 2011 and December 31, 2010, representing the amount the Company would receive upon termination of the agreements (net of settled contract assets), totaled $314 million and $257 million, respectively. The impact of cash flow hedges on the Company's consolidated financial statements is depicted below (in millions): Fair Value of Aircraft Fuel Derivative Instruments (all cash flow hedges)
Effect of Aircraft Fuel Derivative Instruments on Statements of Operations (all cash flow hedges)
The Company is also exposed to credit losses in the event of non-performance by counterparties to these financial instruments, and although no assurances can be given, the Company does not expect any counterparty to fail to meet its obligations. The credit exposure related to these financial instruments is represented by the fair value of contracts with a positive fair value at the reporting date, reduced by the effects of master netting agreements. To manage credit risks, the Company selects counterparties based on credit ratings, limits its exposure to a single counterparty under defined guidelines, and monitors the market position of the program and its relative market position with each counterparty. The Company also maintains industry-standard security agreements with a number of its counterparties which may require the Company or the counterparty to post collateral if the value of selected instruments exceeds specified mark-to-market thresholds or upon certain changes in credit ratings. As of June 30, 2011, the Company had received cash collateral of $126 million which is included in short-term investments. The Company includes changes in the fair value of certain derivative financial instruments that qualify for hedge accounting and unrealized gains and losses on available-for-sale securities in comprehensive income. For the three month periods ended June 30, 2011 and 2010, comprehensive income (loss) was $(566) million and $(50) million, respectively. For the six month periods ended June 30, 2011 and 2010, comprehensive income (loss) was $(580) million and $(466) million, respectively. The difference between net earnings (loss) and comprehensive income (loss) for the three month periods ended June 30, 2011 and 2010 is due primarily to the accounting for the Company's derivative financial instruments and the actuarial loss on the pension benefit obligation of the Company's pension plans. |
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On July 20, 2011, the Company entered into agreements with The Boeing Company (Boeing) under which American is to acquire 100 737 Next Generation aircraft scheduled to be delivered in the years 2013-2017, and under which American expects to acquire 100 737 family Next Generation "re-engined" aircraft (the NG Re-Engined Aircraft) which would be scheduled to be delivered in the years 2018-2022. American's acquisition of the NG Re-Engined Aircraft is subject to a number of conditions, including Boeing's approval of the launch of the 737 re-engined aircraft program, and entering into a definitive purchase agreement for such aircraft. Also on July 20, 2011, the Company entered into an agreement with Airbus S.A.S. under which American committed to lease 130 Airbus A320 family aircraft scheduled to be delivered in the years 2013-2017, and to purchase 130 Airbus A320 family "new engine option" aircraft scheduled to be delivered in the years 2017-2022. As part of the agreement American has an option to acquire an additional 365 aircraft. The firm aircraft commitments are scheduled for delivery as follows: 2013 – 40 aircraft, 2014 – 55 aircraft, 2015 – 50 aircraft, 2016 – 45 aircraft, 2017 – 50 aircraft, 2018 and beyond – 120 aircraft. The manufacturers have committed financing to American of $13 billion through lease transactions, which covers the first 100 Boeing deliveries and first 130 Airbus deliveries. The Company's total purchase commitments are expected to be approximately $10.3 billion at the end of the third quarter 2011, reflecting the firm orders from this transaction and aircraft purchase deliveries and purchase deposits paid during the quarter. Future minimum lease payments required under capital and operating leases that have initial or remaining non-cancelable lease terms in excess of a year as of the end of the third quarter are expected to be approximately $24.3 billion. In connection with the acceleration of the fleet renewal and replacement plan, the Company anticipates conducting an impairment analysis on certain long-lived assets, including aircraft, in the third quarter of 2011. Also in July 2011, the Company exercised rights to acquire an eighth Boeing 777-300ER aircraft, which is scheduled for delivery in 2013. Further, in July 2011, American entered into a sale-leaseback arrangement with a leasing company to finance up to 29 Boeing 737-800 aircraft scheduled to be delivered in 2011 through 2013 and 6 additional Boeing 737-800 aircraft that would be scheduled for delivery in 2013 and 2014, if acquired by American pursuant to the exercise of certain purchase rights with Boeing. The financing of each aircraft under this arrangement will be subject to certain terms and conditions. AMR announced its intent to move forward with the divestiture of AMR Eagle. AMR currently expects the divestiture to take the form of a spin-off of AMR Eagle stock to AMR stockholders and currently expects to file a Form 10 registration statement in the near future with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC"). It is expected that a spin-off of AMR Eagle would involve, among other things, (i) the restructuring of some or all of AMR Eagle's assets and liabilities, (ii) the assumption of certain of AMR Eagle's liabilities by American, (iii) the assignment of a portion of American's net operating loss carryforwards to AMR Eagle, (iv) the satisfaction or payment of certain intercompany payables and receivables and (v) a cash capital contribution by American to AMR Eagle. It is anticipated that, following a spin-off, AMR Eagle would continue to feed passenger traffic to American pursuant to a capacity purchase agreement similar to the agreement already in place. Under such a capacity purchase agreement, American would continue to receive all passenger revenue from AMR Eagle flights and pay AMR Eagle a fee for each flight. The capacity purchase agreement would reflect what AMR believes are current market rates received by other regional carriers for similar flying. Amounts paid to AMR Eagle under the capacity purchase agreement would be available to pay for various operating expenses of AMR Eagle. AMR Eagle would also contract to provide ground handling services to American. Consummation of a spin-off, and its timing, would be subject to AMR's Board of Directors approval and the resolution of a number of conditions. No prediction can be made as to whether a spin-off will be completed. AMR also continues to consider other possible forms of divestiture of AMR Eagle, including a sale of AMR Eagle. |
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Description and amount of restructuring costs by type of cost including the expected cost, the costs incurred during the period, and the cumulative costs incurred as of the balance sheet date for the restructuring activity, and the income statement caption that includes the restructuring charges recognized for the period. This element may be used to encapsulate all of the disclosures for the costs of a restructuring and related activities. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Schedule Of Derivative Instruments Effect On Statement Of Operation [Table Text Block] No definition available.
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This element may be used to capture the complete disclosure pertaining to an entity's basic earnings per share. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Commitment And Contingencies (Details) (USD $)
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Dec. 31, 2012
Boeing 737-800 Aircraft [Member]
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Dec. 31, 2016
Boeing 737-800 Aircraft [Member]
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Jun. 30, 2011
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Dec. 31, 2013
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Dec. 31, 2012
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Dec. 31, 2008
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| Number of aircraft to be acquired pursuant to amendment to Purchase Agreement | 7 | 42 | |||||||
| Additional rights to purchase Boeing 787-9 aircraft | 365 | 58 | |||||||
| Number of aircraft delivered | 5 | 2 | |||||||
| Payments for the purchase commitments in 2011 | $ 705,000,000 | ||||||||
| Payments for the purchase commitments in 2012 | 1,400,000,000 | ||||||||
| Payments for the purchase commitments in 2013 | 786,000,000 | ||||||||
| Payments for the purchase commitments in 2014 | 313,000,000 | ||||||||
| Payments for the purchase commitments in 2015 | 192,000,000 | ||||||||
| Payments for the purchase commitments in 2016 | 103,000,000 | ||||||||
| Long-term purchase commitment amount | 660,000,000 | ||||||||
| Insurance proceeds from partial settlement of claims | 576,000,000 | ||||||||
| Offsetting insurance receivable | 1,100,000,000 | ||||||||
| Guarantee maximum exposure | $ 100,000,000 | ||||||||
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Long Term Purchase Commitment Additional Rights To Purchase Quantity Acquired No definition available.
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Number of aircraft to be acquired pursuant to amendment to Purchase Agreement No definition available.
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Number Of Aircraft Delivered No definition available.
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Number Of Aircraft Purchase Commitments No definition available.
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Maximum potential amount of future payments (undiscounted) the guarantor could be required to make under the guarantee or each group of similar guarantees before reduction for potential recoveries under recourse or collateralization provisions. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount due in settlement of a claim for reimbursement from an insurance company when the Company has suffered a loss covered under an insurance policy. No definition available.
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The minimum amount the entity agreed to spend under the long-term purchase commitment. No definition available.
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The aggregate remaining amount of payments due after the fifth year after the balance sheet date to extinguish a recorded unconditional purchase obligation. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The aggregate amount of payments due in the fifth year after the balance sheet date to reduce a recorded unconditional purchase obligation. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The aggregate amount of payments due in the fourth year after the balance sheet date to reduce a recorded unconditional purchase obligation. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The aggregate amount of payments due in the second year after the balance sheet date to reduce a recorded unconditional purchase obligation. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The aggregate amount of payments due in the third year after the balance sheet date to reduce a recorded unconditional purchase obligation. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The aggregate amount of payments due in the first year after the balance sheet date to reduce a recorded unconditional purchase obligation. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The gross income statement effect of insurance proceeds for each material event or transaction that is abnormal or significantly different from typical activities or is not reasonably expect to recur in the foreseeable future, but not both, and therefore does not meet both criteria for classification as an extraordinary item. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Depreciation And Amortization (Details) (USD $)
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Jun. 30, 2011
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The cumulative amount of depreciation, depletion and amortization (related to property, plant and equipment, but not including land) that has been recognized in the income statement. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Valuation Allowance (Details) (USD $)
In Billions, unless otherwise specified |
Dec. 31, 2010
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The sum of the portions of deferred tax assets as of the balance sheet date for which, based on the weight of available evidence, it is more likely than not will not be realized through future reductions of tax-based income. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Additional Interest Due to Unmaintained Collateral Ratio No definition available.
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Debt Instrument Maturity Year No definition available.
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Debt Instrument Redemption Price Percentage No definition available.
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Number Of Aircraft Encumbered By Private Mortgages or Liens No definition available.
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Number of Aircrafts Delivered No definition available.
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Percentage of Maximum Aggregate Principal Equity Amount No definition available.
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Proceed From Equity Offerings Redemption Price Percentage No definition available.
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Proceeds Expected To Be Received From Sale OF Certificates No definition available.
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Interest rate stated in the contractual debt agreement. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Gross amount of debt extinguished. No definition available.
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Including current and noncurrent portions, aggregate carrying amount of long-term borrowings as of the balance sheet date. May include notes payable, bonds payable, commercial loans, mortgage loans, convertible debt, subordinated debt and other types of debt, which had initial maturities beyond one year or beyond the normal operating cycle, if longer, and after deducting unamortized discount or premiums, if any. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount of long-term debt maturing within the next twelve months following the date of the latest balance sheet presented in the financial statements, which may include maturities of long-term debt, sinking fund requirements, and other securities redeemable at fixed or determinable prices and dates. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount of long-term debt maturing in year five following the date of the latest balance sheet presented in the financial statements, which may include maturities of long-term debt, sinking fund requirements, and other securities redeemable at fixed of determinable prices and dates. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount of long-term debt maturing in year four following the date of the latest balance sheet presented in the financial statements, which may include maturities of long-term debt, sinking fund requirements, and other securities redeemable at fixed of determinable prices and dates. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount of long-term debt maturing in year three following the date of the latest balance sheet presented in the financial statements, which may include maturities of long-term debt, sinking fund requirements, and other securities redeemable at fixed of determinable prices and dates. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount of long-term debt maturing in year two following the date of the latest balance sheet presented in the financial statements, which may include maturities of long-term debt, sinking fund requirements, and other securities redeemable at fixed or determinable prices and dates. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The portion of the carrying amount of long-term borrowings outstanding as of the balance-sheet date, including current maturities, which accrues interest at a set, unchanging rate No definition available.
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For leases having an initial or remaining non-cancelable letter-terms in excess of one year, required rental payments due within one year of the balance sheet date relating to leases defined as operating. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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For leases having an initial or remaining non-cancelable letter-terms in excess of one year, required rental payments due within the fifth year of the balance sheet date relating to leases defined as operating. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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For leases having an initial or remaining non-cancelable letter-terms in excess of one year, required rental payments due within the fourth year of the balance sheet date relating to leases defined as operating. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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For leases having an initial or remaining non-cancelable letter-terms in excess of one year, required rental payments due within the third year of the balance sheet date relating to leases defined as operating. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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For leases having an initial or remaining non-cancelable letter-terms in excess of one year, required rental payments due within the second year of the balance sheet date relating to leases defined as operating. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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For leases having an initial or remaining non-cancelable letter-terms in excess of one year, required rental payments due after the fifth year from the balance sheet date on leases defined as operating. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The cash inflow from the issuance of collateralized debt obligation (backed by pledge, mortgage or other lien in the entity's assets). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The cash inflow from amounts received from issuance of collateralized debt securities not subject to tax. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The cash inflow from the issuance of uncollateralized debt obligation (where debt is not backed by the pledge of collateral). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The cash inflow from proceeds received from lessor related to capital lease obligation. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The cash inflow associated with the sale of debt securities classified as available-for-sale securities. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Total Aggregate Indebtedness divided by Net Capital. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Debt Instrument Maturity Year No definition available.
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- Definition
Effective interest rate for the funds borrowed under the debt agreement considering interest compounding and original issue discount or premium. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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When presenting a range of interest rates, the highest effective rate for funds borrowed under the debt agreement as of the balance sheet date. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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When presenting a range of interest rates, the lowest effective rate for funds borrowed under the debt agreement as of the balance sheet date. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
Interest rate stated in the contractual debt agreement. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
When presenting a range of interest rates, the highest stated (contractual) rate for funds borrowed under the debt agreement as of the balance sheet date. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
When presenting a range of interest rates, the lowest stated (contractual) rate for funds borrowed under the debt agreement as of the balance sheet date. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The amount of debt discount (net of debt premium) that was originally recognized at the issuance of the instrument that has yet to be amortized. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
Including current and noncurrent portions, aggregate carrying amount of long-term borrowings as of the balance sheet date. May include notes payable, bonds payable, commercial loans, mortgage loans, convertible debt, subordinated debt and other types of debt, which had initial maturities beyond one year or beyond the normal operating cycle, if longer, and after deducting unamortized discount or premiums, if any. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
Total of the portions of the carrying amounts as of the balance sheet date of long-term debt, which may include notes payable, bonds payable, debentures, mortgage loans, and commercial paper, which are scheduled to be repaid within one year or the normal operating cycle, if longer, and after deducting unamortized discount or premiums, if any. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
Sum of the carrying values as of the balance sheet date of all long-term debt, which is debt initially having maturities due after one year from the balance sheet date or beyond the operating cycle, if longer, but excluding the portions thereof scheduled to be repaid within one year (current maturities) or the normal operating cycle, if longer, and after deducting unamortized discount or premiums, if any. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The amount of the transfers of assets or liabilities measured on a recurring basis out of Level 1 of the fair value hierarchy into Level 2. No definition available.
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- Definition
Fair Value of Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis No definition available.
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- Definition
Fair Value of Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis, Gross No definition available.
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- Definition
This element represents, for annual periods only, the valuation techniques used to measure fair value, and a discussion of changes in valuation techniques, if any, used to measure similar assets in prior periods (non-recurring basis). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
This item represents the fair value of debt securities which are expected to mature within one year of the balance sheet date and which are categorized as held-to-maturity. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Fair Value Disclosure (Summary Of Carrying Value And Estimated Fair Values Of Long Term Debt) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified |
6 Months Ended | 6 Months Ended | 3 Months Ended | 6 Months Ended | 6 Months Ended | |||||||||||||
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Jun. 30, 2011
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Dec. 31, 2010
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Jun. 30, 2011
Secured Variable and Fixed Rate Indebtedness due Through 2021 [Member]
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Dec. 31, 2010
Secured Variable and Fixed Rate Indebtedness due Through 2021 [Member]
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Jun. 30, 2011
Enhanced Equipment Trust Certificates due Through 2021 [Member]
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Dec. 31, 2010
Enhanced Equipment Trust Certificates due Through 2021 [Member]
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Jun. 30, 2011
6.00% - 8.50% Special Facility Revenue Bonds due Through 2036 [Member]
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Dec. 31, 2010
6.00% - 8.50% Special Facility Revenue Bonds due Through 2036 [Member]
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Jun. 30, 2011
7.50% Senior Secured Notes due 2016 [Member]
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Jun. 30, 2011
AAdvantage Miles Advance Purchase [Member]
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Dec. 31, 2010
AAdvantage Miles Advance Purchase [Member]
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Mar. 31, 2011
6.25% Senior Convertible Notes [Member]
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Jun. 30, 2011
6.25% Senior Convertible Notes [Member]
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Dec. 31, 2010
6.25% Senior Convertible Notes [Member]
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Jun. 30, 2011
9.0% - 10.20% Debentures due Through 2021 [Member]
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Dec. 31, 2010
9.0% - 10.20% Debentures due Through 2021 [Member]
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Jun. 30, 2011
7.88% - 10.55% Notes due Through 2039 [Member]
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Dec. 31, 2010
7.88% - 10.55% Notes due Through 2039 [Member]
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| Carrying Value of Debt | $ 11,169 | $ 10,532 | $ 4,844 | $ 5,114 | $ 1,946 | $ 2,002 | $ 1,642 | $ 1,641 | $ 1,000 | $ 890 | $ 890 | $ 460 | $ 460 | $ 214 | $ 214 | $ 173 | $ 211 | |
| Fair Value of Debt | $ 10,955 | $ 10,191 | $ 4,581 | $ 4,562 | $ 2,013 | $ 2,127 | $ 1,650 | $ 1,657 | $ 983 | $ 907 | $ 903 | $ 446 | $ 526 | $ 206 | $ 207 | $ 169 | $ 209 | |
| Debt instrument interest percentage - minimum | 5.10 | 6.00 | 9.0 | 7.88 | ||||||||||||||
| Debt instrument interest percentage - maximum | 12.00 | 8.50 | 6.25 | 10.20 | 10.55 | |||||||||||||
| Debt instrument interest percentage | 7.50% | |||||||||||||||||
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The fair value amount of long-term debt whether such amount is presented as a separate caption or as a parenthetical disclosure. Additionally, this element may be used in connection with the fair value disclosures required in the footnote disclosures to the financial statements. The element may be used in both the balance sheet and disclosure in the same submission. No definition available.
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- Definition
Interest rate stated in the contractual debt agreement. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
When presenting a range of interest rates, the highest stated (contractual) rate for funds borrowed under the debt agreement as of the balance sheet date. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
When presenting a range of interest rates, the lowest stated (contractual) rate for funds borrowed under the debt agreement as of the balance sheet date. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
Including current and noncurrent portions, aggregate carrying amount of long-term borrowings as of the balance sheet date. May include notes payable, bonds payable, commercial loans, mortgage loans, convertible debt, subordinated debt and other types of debt, which had initial maturities beyond one year or beyond the normal operating cycle, if longer, and after deducting unamortized discount or premiums, if any. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Pension And Other Postretirement Benefits (Narrative) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified |
0 Months Ended | 6 Months Ended |
|---|---|---|
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Jul. 15, 2011
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Jun. 30, 2011
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| Pension And Other Postretirement Benefits | ||
| Estimated minimum required contribution for defined benefit plans | $ 520 | |
| Minimum required contribution to defined benefit plan before reduction | $ 99 | $ 188 |
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- Definition
Minimum Required Defined Benefit Plan Contributions By Employer Before Reduction No definition available.
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- Definition
The amount of the benefits expected to be paid in Year 1. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Pension And Other Postretirement Benefits (Components Of Net Periodic Benefit Cost) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified |
3 Months Ended | 6 Months Ended | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Jun. 30, 2011
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Jun. 30, 2010
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Jun. 30, 2011
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Jun. 30, 2010
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Pension Benefits [Member]
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| Service cost | $ 97 | $ 91 | $ 192 | $ 184 |
| Interest cost | 189 | 184 | 379 | 369 |
| Expected return on assets | (165) | (148) | (328) | (297) |
| Amortization of prior service cost | 3 | 3 | 7 | 7 |
| Amortization of unrecognized net (gain) loss | 39 | 39 | 76 | 76 |
| Net periodic benefit cost | 163 | 169 | 326 | 339 |
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Retiree Medical And Other Benefits [Member]
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| Service cost | 15 | 15 | 30 | 30 |
| Interest cost | 44 | 41 | 88 | 83 |
| Expected return on assets | (5) | (5) | (10) | (9) |
| Amortization of prior service cost | (7) | (5) | (14) | (10) |
| Amortization of unrecognized net (gain) loss | (2) | (3) | (4) | (5) |
| Net periodic benefit cost | $ 45 | $ 43 | $ 90 | $ 89 |
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The amount of gains or losses recognized in net periodic benefit cost Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The amount of the prior service cost or credit recognized in net periodic benefit cost relating to benefit changes attributable to plan participants' prior service pursuant to a plan amendment or a plan initiation. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
An amount calculated as a basis for determining the extent of delayed recognition of the effects of changes in the fair value of assets. The expected return on plan assets is determined based on the expected long-term rate of return on plan assets and the market-related value of plan assets. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The increase in a defined benefit pension plan's projected benefit obligation or a defined benefit postretirement plan's accumulated postretirement benefit obligation due to the passage of time. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The total amount of net periodic benefit cost for defined benefit plans for the period. Periodic benefit costs include the following components: service cost, interest cost, expected return on plan assets, gain or loss, prior service cost or credit, transition asset or obligation, and gain or loss due to settlements or curtailments). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The actuarial present value of benefits attributed by the pension benefit formula to services rendered by employees during the period. The portion of the expected postretirement benefit obligation attributed to employee service during the period. The service cost component is a portion of the benefit obligation and is unaffected by the funded status of the plan. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Reorganization Charges (Components Of Company's Special Charges) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified |
6 Months Ended |
|---|---|
|
Jun. 30, 2011
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| Remaining accrual at December 31, 2010 | $ 86 |
| Adjustments | (1) |
| Payments | (31) |
| Remaining accrual at June 30, 2011 | 54 |
|
Aircraft Charges [Member]
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| Remaining accrual at December 31, 2010 | 59 |
| Adjustments | (1) |
| Payments | (29) |
| Remaining accrual at June 30, 2011 | 29 |
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Facility Exit Costs [Member]
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| Remaining accrual at December 31, 2010 | 27 |
| Payments | (2) |
| Remaining accrual at June 30, 2011 | $ 25 |
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Carrying amount (including both current and noncurrent portions of the accrual) as of the balance sheet date pertaining to a specified type of cost associated with exit from or disposal of business activities or restructuring pursuant to a duly authorized plan, excluding costs or losses pertaining to an entity newly acquired in a business combination and to asset retirement obligations. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount of any reversal and other adjustment made during the period to the amount of a previously accrued liability for a specified type of restructuring cost, excluding adjustments for costs incurred during the period, costs settled during the period, and foreign currency translation adjustments. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
Amount of cash paid in the period to fully or partially settle a specified, previously accrued type of restructuring cost. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Derivative And Financial Instruments (Narrative) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified |
3 Months Ended | 6 Months Ended | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Jun. 30, 2011
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Jun. 30, 2010
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Jun. 30, 2011
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Jun. 30, 2010
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Dec. 31, 2010
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| Derivative And Financial Instruments | |||||
| Number of barrels of jet fuel derivative contracts outstanding | 27 | ||||
| Fuel derivative maturity in months | 18 | ||||
| Decrease and increase in fuel expense | $ (136) | $ 64 | $ (237) | $ 114 | |
| Derivative instruments hedging agreements fair value | 314 | 314 | 257 | ||
| Cash collateral received | 126 | ||||
| Derivative charges recognized in other comprehensive income (loss) | $ (566) | $ (50) | $ (580) | $ (466) | |
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Derivative Cash Received On Hedge No definition available.
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- Definition
Derivative Contract Maturity Term No definition available.
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Fuel Derivative Contract Non-Monetary Notional Amount No definition available.
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Increase Decrease In Fuel Expense No definition available.
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- Definition
The effective portion of losses on derivative instruments designated and qualifying as hedging instruments that was recognized in other comprehensive income during the current period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
Fair value as of the balance sheet date of all price risk derivatives designated as fair value hedging instruments. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Derivative And Financial Instruments (Effect Of Cash Flow Hedges On Financial Statements) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified |
Jun. 30, 2011
|
Dec. 31, 2010
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|---|---|---|
| Fuel derivative contracts, fair value | $ 364 | $ 269 |
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Fuel Derivative Asset [Member]
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| Fuel derivative contracts, fair value | 364 | 269 |
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Accrued Liabilities [Member]
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| Accrued liabilities, fair value | $ 2 |
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- Definition
Cash Flow Hedge Derivative Instrument Accrued Liabilities At Fair Value No definition available.
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- Definition
Fair value of all asset derivatives designated as cash flow hedging instruments. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Derivative And Financial Instruments (Effect Of Derivative Instruments On Statements Of Operations) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified |
3 Months Ended | 6 Months Ended | ||||||||||||
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Jun. 30, 2011
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Jun. 30, 2010
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Jun. 30, 2009
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Jun. 30, 2011
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Jun. 30, 2010
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| Derivative And Financial Instruments | ||||||||||||||
| Amount of Gain (Loss) Recognized in OCI on Derivative | $ 294 | [1] | $ (123) | [1] | ||||||||||
| Amount of Gain (Loss) Reclassified from Accumulated OCI into Income | 132 | [1] | (52) | [1] | 230 | [1] | (103) | [1] | ||||||
| Amount of Gain (Loss) Recognized in Income on Derivative | $ 4 | [2] | $ (12) | [2] | $ 7 | [2] | $ (11) | [2] | ||||||
| Location of Gain (Loss) Reclassified from Accumulated OCI into Income | Aircraft Fuel | [1] | ||||||||||||
| Location Of Gain (Loss) Recognized in Income on Derivative | Aircraft Fuel | [2] | ||||||||||||
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The income statement location of the effective portion of net gain (loss) reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income into income on derivative instruments designated and qualifying as hedging instruments. No definition available.
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Derivative Instruments Income Statement Location Of Gain Loss Recognized In Income On Derivative No definition available.
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- Definition
The income statement location of the effective portion of net gain or loss reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income into income on derivative instruments designated and qualifying as hedging instruments. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The amount of net gains and losses recognized in income during the period on derivative instruments designated and qualifying as hedging instruments in fair value hedges and related hedged items designated and qualifying in fair value hedges, on derivative instruments designated and qualifying as hedging instruments in cash flow hedges, and on derivative instruments not designated as hedging instruments. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The effective portion of gains and losses (net) on derivative instruments designated and qualifying as hedging instruments that was recognized in other comprehensive income during the current period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Earnings (Loss) Per Share (Computations Of Basic And Diluted Earnings (Loss) Per Share) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, except Per Share data, unless otherwise specified |
3 Months Ended | 6 Months Ended | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Jun. 30, 2011
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Jun. 30, 2010
|
Jun. 30, 2011
|
Jun. 30, 2010
|
|
| Earnings (Loss) Per Share | ||||
| Net loss - numerator for diluted loss per share | $ (286) | $ (11) | $ (722) | $ (516) |
| Denominator for basic loss per share - weighted-average shares | 335 | 333 | 334 | 333 |
| Denominator for basic and diluted loss per share - weighted-average shares | 335 | 333 | 334 | 333 |
| Basic loss per share | $ (0.85) | $ (0.03) | $ (2.16) | $ (1.55) |
| Diluted loss per share | $ (0.85) | $ (0.03) | $ (2.16) | $ (1.55) |
| Senior convertible notes, employee stock options and deferred stock because inclusion would be anti-dilutive | 53 | 58 | 55 | 58 |
| Employee stock options because the options exercise prices were greater than the average market price of shares | 14 | 13 | 12 | 11 |
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Options Exercise Price Greater Than the Average Market Price of Shares No definition available.
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Securities (including those issuable pursuant to contingent stock agreements) that could potentially dilute basic earnings per share (EPS) in the future that were not included in the computation of diluted EPS because to do so would increase EPS amounts or decrease loss per share amounts for the period presented. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The amount of net income or loss for the period per each share of common stock outstanding during the reporting period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The amount of net income or loss for the period per each share of common stock and dilutive common stock equivalents outstanding during the reporting period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The portion of consolidated profit or loss for the period, net of income taxes, which is attributable to the parent. If the entity does not present consolidated financial statements, the amount of profit or loss for the period, net of income taxes. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The average number of shares issued and outstanding that are used in calculating diluted EPS, determined based on the timing of issuance of shares in the period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Number of [basic] shares, after adjustment for contingently issuable shares and other shares not deemed outstanding, determined by relating the portion of time within a reporting period that common shares have been outstanding to the total time in that period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Subsequent Events (Narrative) (Details) (USD $)
In Billions, unless otherwise specified |
6 Months Ended | 0 Months Ended | 6 Months Ended | 12 Months Ended | 24 Months Ended | 36 Months Ended | 48 Months Ended | 0 Months Ended | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Jun. 30, 2011
|
Jun. 30, 2011
Boeing Family [Member]
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Jul. 20, 2011
Boeing 737 Next Generation Aircraft [Member]
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Jul. 20, 2011
Boeing 737 Next Generation Re-Engined Aircraft [Member]
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Jun. 30, 2011
Boeing 737-800 Aircraft [Member]
|
Dec. 31, 2012
Boeing 737-800 Aircraft [Member]
|
Dec. 31, 2014
Boeing 737-800 Aircraft [Member]
|
Dec. 31, 2013
Boeing 737-800 Aircraft [Member]
|
Dec. 31, 2016
Boeing 737-800 Aircraft [Member]
|
Jun. 30, 2011
Airbus Family [Member]
|
Jul. 20, 2011
A320 family/B37- [Member]
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Jul. 20, 2011
A320neo/B737- [Member]
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| Number of aircraft lease agreements | 6 | 29 | 130 | |||||||||
| Number of aircraft purchase commitments | 100 | 100 | 13 | 28 | 14 | 130 | ||||||
| Additional rights to purchase aircraft | 365 | |||||||||||
| Contract Receivable Aircraft, Due Two Years | 40 | |||||||||||
| Contract Receivable Aircraft, Due Three Years | 55 | |||||||||||
| Contract Receivable Aircraft, Due Four Years | 50 | |||||||||||
| Contract Receivable Aircraft, Due Five Years | 45 | |||||||||||
| Contract Receivable Aircraft, Due Six Years | 50 | |||||||||||
| Contract Receivable Aircraft, Due Seven Years or After | 120 | |||||||||||
| Manufacturer Committed Financing | $ 13 | |||||||||||
| Aircraft Deliveries Covered by Manufacturer Financing | 100 | 130 | ||||||||||
| Total Purchase Commitments | 10.3 | |||||||||||
| Future Minimum Lease Payments, Estimated | $ 24.3 | |||||||||||
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Aircraft Deliveries Covered by Manufacturer Financing No definition available.
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Contract Receivable Aircraft, Due Five Years No definition available.
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- Definition
Contract Receivable Aircraft, Due Four Years No definition available.
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| X | ||||||||||
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Contract Receivable Aircraft, Due Seven Years or After No definition available.
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| X | ||||||||||
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- Definition
Contract Receivable Aircraft, Due Six Years No definition available.
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| X | ||||||||||
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- Definition
Contract Receivable Aircraft, Due Three Years No definition available.
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| X | ||||||||||
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- Definition
Contract Receivable Aircraft, Due Two Years No definition available.
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| X | ||||||||||
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- Definition
Future Minimum Lease Payments, Estimated No definition available.
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- Definition
Long Term Purchase Commitment Additional Rights To Purchase Quantity Acquired No definition available.
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Manufacturer Committed Financing No definition available.
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- Definition
Number Of Aircraft Lease Agreements No definition available.
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- Definition
Number Of Aircraft Purchase Commitments No definition available.
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- Definition
Total Purchase Commitments No definition available.
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