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Restructuring and Other Items (Narrative) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified |
3 Months Ended | 9 Months Ended | ||
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Sep. 30, 2014
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Sep. 30, 2013
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Sep. 30, 2014
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Sep. 30, 2013
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| Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items] | ||||
| Restructuring and other items | $ 570 | $ 106 | $ 649 | $ 242 |
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Severance and related costs [Member]
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| Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items] | ||||
| Restructuring and other items | 63 | 0 | 63 | 0 |
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Favorable litigation settlement [Member]
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| Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items] | ||||
| Restructuring and other items | $ (67) | $ 0 | $ (67) | $ 0 |
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B-747-400 [Member]
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| Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items] | ||||
| Number of Aircraft Operated | 16 | |||
| Number of Aircraft Retired | 3 | |||