Consolidated Statements Of Comprehensive Income (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Statement of Comprehensive Income [Abstract]
Net income (loss)	$ 16,579	$ 421,091	$ 127,174
Unrealized gain (loss) on derivatives		1,306	5,447
Unrealized gain (loss) on investments		(580)	(535)
Post-retirement benefits	8,482	115,042	(50,648)
Proportionate share of Telesat other comprehensive income (loss)	7,996	1,313	(12,866)
Other comprehensive income (loss), Net-of Tax Amount	16,478	117,081	(58,602)
Comprehensive income	33,057	538,172	68,572
Comprehensive (Income) Loss, Net of Tax, Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest		231	(497)
Comprehensive income (loss) attributable to Loral common shareholders	$ 33,057	$ 538,403	$ 68,075