Guarantees and Indemnifications (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	May 31, 2013
Guarantees [Abstract]
Guaranteed Principal Amount Of Special Facility Revenue Bonds	$ 551
Future Principal And Interest Payments For Special Facility Revenue Bonds	$ 708

The total future principal and interest payments of special facility revenue bonds issued by certain municipalities primarily to finance the acquisition and construction of various airport facilities and equipment leased to the company.

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