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<DefinitionAndReference> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_CapitalLeasesLesseeBalanceSheetAssetsByMajorClassAccumulatedDeprecation"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_Depreciation"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_AllowanceForDoubtfulAccountsReceivableCurrent"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="amr_AircraftRental"> |
| | <definition> Expense incurred related to the lease of aircraft from outside third parties that are used in the Company's business operations. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_ReceivablesNetCurrent"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_SalesRevenueServicesNet"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_SellingExpense"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_IncreaseDecreaseInAccountsPayableAndAccruedLiabilities"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_Cash"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_CashFlowHedgeDerivativeInstrumentLiabilitiesAtFairValue"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_PreferredStockValue"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_LiabilitiesAndStockholdersEquity"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="amr_IncreaseDecreaseInOtherLiabilitiesAndDeferredCredits"> |
| | <definition> Increase Decrease In Other Liabilities And Deferred Credits. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="dei_EntityPublicFloat"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_NetCashProvidedByUsedInFinancingActivities"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_DeferredAirTrafficRevenue"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="amr_CapitalLeasesLesseeBalanceSheetAssetsByMajorClassOtherPropertyPlantAndEquipmentNet"> |
| | <definition> 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. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="dei_EntityCommonStockSharesOutstanding"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="amr_OtherLiabilitiesAndCredits"> |
| | <definition> Other liabilities and credits. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="amr_RepaymentsOfLongTermDebtAndCapitalLeaseObligations"> |
| | <definition> 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. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="amr_InvestmentsAndFairValueMeasurementsTextBlock"> |
| | <definition> Investments And Fair Value Measurements Text Block. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_FuelCosts"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_StockIssuedDuringPeriodValueNewIssues"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_PensionAndOtherPostretirementBenefitsDisclosureTextBlock"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_CapitalLeaseObligationsNoncurrent"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="amr_AccumulatedDepreciationOnEquipmentAndPropertyOther"> |
| | <definition> Accumulated depreciation on equipment and property other. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_PreferredStockSharesIssued"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_AdjustmentForAmortization"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="dei_EntityVoluntaryFilers"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_OtherSalesRevenueNet"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_PensionAndOtherPostretirementDefinedBenefitPlansLiabilitiesNoncurrent"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_TreasuryStockShares"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="amr_LandingFeesAndOtherRentals"> |
| | <definition> 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. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_AccountsPayableCurrent"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="amr_AirlineInternationalSlotsAndRoutes"> |
| | <definition> 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. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_PaymentsForProceedsFromShortTermInvestments"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_AccumulatedOtherComprehensiveIncomeLossNetOfTax"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="dei_EntityRegistrantName"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="amr_PassengerRevenueRegional"> |
| | <definition> A transportation carrier's regional affiliates' fare revenue recognized in the period from carrying passengers between destinations. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="dei_EntityCentralIndexKey"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_IncomeLossFromContinuingOperationsBeforeIncomeTaxesMinorityInterestAndIncomeLossFromEquityMethodInvestments"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_LeasesOfLesseeDisclosureTextBlock"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="amr_AllowanceForObsolescence"> |
| | <definition> Allowance for Obsolescence. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="amr_PensionAndPostretirement"> |
| | <definition> Non-cash pension and OPEB expense. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_DepreciationAndAmortization"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="amr_AccumulatedDepreciationOnFlightEquipment"> |
| | <definition> Accumulated depreciation on flight equipment. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_OtherComprehensiveIncomeDefinedBenefitPlansAdjustmentNetOfTaxPeriodIncreaseDecrease"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_EarningsPerShareTextBlock"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_PropertyPlantAndEquipmentNet"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_InterestExpense"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="amr_RestructuringAndOther"> |
| | <definition> Significant and non-routine operating expenses such as asset impairments and restructuring charges that may not be an indicator of future cash flows. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_TreasuryStockValue"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_IncreaseDecreaseInInventories"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_SaleLeasebackTransactionNetProceeds"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_StockIssuedDuringPeriodSharesShareBasedCompensation"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="amr_AirlineDomesticSlotsAndRoutes"> |
| | <definition> 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. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="amr_PassengerRevenueMainline"> |
| | <definition> A transportation carrier's mainline fare revenue recognized in the period from carrying passengers between destinations. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_CommonStockValue"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_OtherComprehensiveIncomeDerivativesQualifyingAsHedgesNetOfTaxPeriodIncreaseDecrease"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="amr_FlightEquipmentCapitalLeasesNet"> |
| | <definition> 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. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_ProceedsFromSaleOfProductiveAssets"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_CashAndCashEquivalentsAtCarryingValue"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_CommonStockSharesAuthorized"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_CommonStockSharesIssued"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="dei_DocumentFiscalPeriodFocus"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_SegmentReportingDisclosureTextBlock"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_CashFlowHedgeDerivativeInstrumentAssetsAtFairValue"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="amr_AirlineRelatedInventories"> |
| | <definition> Carrying amount (net of obsolescence) as of the balance sheet date of expendable merchandise, goods, commodities, or supplies to be used primarly in air transport of passengers and freight. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_RestructuringAndRelatedActivitiesDisclosureTextBlock"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_LongTermDebtNoncurrent"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_NetIncomeLoss"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_LiabilitiesCurrent"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_IncomeTaxDisclosureTextBlock"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_StockholdersEquity"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_StockIssuedDuringPeriodSharesNewIssues"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_EarningsPerShareBasic"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="amr_FoodService"> |
| | <definition> Cost of food and beverage catering for passengers. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_ComprehensiveIncomeNetOfTax"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_NetCashProvidedByUsedInOperatingActivities"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_InterestCostsCapitalized"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="amr_OtherAsset"> |
| | <definition> Other Asset. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_CapitalLeasedAssetsGross"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_IncreaseDecreaseInCommodityContractAssetsAndLiabilities"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_QuarterlyFinancialInformationTextBlock"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="amr_AircraftMaintenanceMaterialsAndRepairs"> |
| | <definition> 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. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_ProceedsFromStockOptionsExercised"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_ProceedsFromIssuanceOfLongTermDebt"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_PropertyPlantAndEquipmentOther"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_OtherCostAndExpenseOperating"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_EarningsPerShareDiluted"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_PreferredStockSharesAuthorized"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_IncreaseDecreaseInAirTrafficLiability"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_IncreaseDecreaseInOtherOperatingCapitalNet"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_OtherComprehensiveIncomeUnrealizedHoldingGainLossOnSecuritiesArisingDuringPeriodNetOfTax"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_AdjustmentsToAdditionalPaidInCapitalSharebasedCompensationRequisiteServicePeriodRecognitionValue"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="amr_RedemptionPaymentsUnderOperatingLeasesForSpecialFacilityRevenueBonds"> |
| | <definition> Redemption Payments Under Operating Leases For Special Facility Revenue Bonds. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_CashAndCashEquivalentsPeriodIncreaseDecrease"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_OtherNonoperatingIncomeExpense"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_ShareBasedCompensation"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="amr_NonCashTaxProvision"> |
| | <definition> Non Cash Tax Provision. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="amr_FuelDerivativeCollateralDeposits"> |
| | <definition> Fuel Derivative Collateral Deposits. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_SignificantAccountingPoliciesTextBlock"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_CostsAndExpenses"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_ShortTermInvestments"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_LongTermDebtCurrent"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="dei_AmendmentFlag"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="dei_EntityFilerCategory"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="dei_CurrentFiscalYearEndDate"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="amr_DepositsOnFlightEquipment"> |
| | <definition> 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. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="amr_SpecialCharge"> |
| | <definition> Special charge. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_OperatingIncomeLoss"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_CapitalLeaseObligationsCurrent"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_CapitalLeasesBalanceSheetAssetsByMajorClassNet"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_EmployeeRelatedLiabilitiesCurrent"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_PaymentsToAcquireProductiveAssets"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_RetainedEarningsAccumulatedDeficit"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="amr_ReimbursementFromConstructionReserveAccount"> |
| | <definition> Reimbursement From Construction Reserve Account. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="amr_PropertyPlantAndEquipmentOtherNet"> |
| | <definition> This element represents capitalized assets classified as property, plant and equipment not otherwise defined in the taxonomy. Amounts are stated net of accumulated depreciation. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_NetCashProvidedByUsedInInvestingActivities"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_NonoperatingIncomeExpense"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_IncreaseDecreaseInReceivables"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="amr_GainOnSaleOfSubsidiary"> |
| | <definition> Gain on sale of subsidiary. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_AdditionalPaidInCapitalCommonStock"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_Assets"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="dei_EntityWellKnownSeasonedIssuer"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="amr_CommitmentsContingenciesAndGuaranteesTextBlock"> |
| | <definition> Commitments Contingencies And Guarantees Text Block. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="dei_DocumentType"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_IntangibleAssetsDisclosureTextBlock"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_OtherAssetsNoncurrent"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_LaborAndRelatedExpense"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="dei_DocumentFiscalYearFocus"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_DebtDisclosureTextBlock"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_InvestmentIncomeInterest"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="amr_AccumulatedAmortizationOnDomesticSlotsAndAirportOperatingAndGateLeaseRights"> |
| | <definition> Accumulated amortization on domestic slots and airport operating and gate lease rights. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="amr_FlightEquipmentAtCost"> |
| | <definition> Flight Equipment At Cost. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_IncomeTaxExpenseBenefit"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="dei_EntityCurrentReportingStatus"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_DerivativeInstrumentsAndHedgingActivitiesDisclosureTextBlock"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_ProceedsFromIssuanceOfCommonStock"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_StockIssuedDuringPeriodValueShareBasedCompensation"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="amr_IncreaseDecreaseInRestrictedCashAndShortTermInvestments"> |
| | <definition> 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. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_PaymentsForProceedsFromOtherInvestingActivities"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_AccruedLiabilitiesCurrent"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_DeferredRevenueNoncurrent"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_AssetsCurrent"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_OtherAssetsCurrent"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_DisclosureOfCompensationRelatedCostsShareBasedPaymentsTextBlock"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_OtherNoncurrentLiabilities"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="amr_FlightEquipmentOwnedNet"> |
| | <definition> 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. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_CargoAndFreightRevenue"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_CommitmentsAndContingencies2009"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_RestrictedCashAndInvestmentsCurrent"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="amr_AccumulatedOtherComprehensiveIncomeLossTextBlock"> |
| | <definition> Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income Loss Text Block. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="dei_DocumentPeriodEndDate"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_ScheduleOfValuationAndQualifyingAccountsDisclosureTextBlock"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| <Element Id="us-gaap_CommonStockParOrStatedValuePerShare"> |
| | <definition> No authoritative reference available. </definition> |
| | <reference> No authoritative reference available. </reference> |
| | </Element> |
| </DefinitionAndReference> |