Schedule of Gains (Losses) on Derivative Instruments (Detail) (Hedge Derivatives, Net, Cash Flow Hedging, USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Hedge Derivatives, Net \| Cash Flow Hedging
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Amount of Gain (Loss) Recognized in AOCI on Derivatives (Effective Portion)	$ 39	$ (51)
Gain (Loss) Reclassified from AOCI into Income (Fuel Expense) (Effective Portion)	18	(141)
Amount of Gain (Loss) Recognized in Nonoperating Expense (Ineffective Portion)	$ 5	$ (1)

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The effective portion of net gain (loss) reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income into income on derivative instruments designated and qualifying as hedging instruments.

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The portion of gains and losses (net) on derivative instruments designated and qualifying as hedging instruments representing (a) the amount of the hedge ineffectiveness and (b) the amount, if any, excluded from the assessment of hedge effectiveness.

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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.

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