CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2015
Dec. 31, 2014
Dec. 31, 2013
Statement of Comprehensive Income [Abstract]      
Net income (loss) $ (86,632) $ (10,231) $ 9,866
Other comprehensive loss—Foreign currency translation adjustment (5,329) (2,658) (107)
Comprehensive income (loss) (91,961) (12,889) 9,759
Less: Comprehensive (income) loss attributable to noncontrolling interests 3 95 (215)
Comprehensive income (loss) attributable to Erickson Incorporated $ (91,958) $ (12,794) $ 9,544