Segment Information Segment Information (Narrative) (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended	9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2013	Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2013	Sep. 30, 2012
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Operating Income (Loss)	$ 1,803	$ 1,559	$ 5,047	$ 4,666
Other Segment [Member] \| Boeing Capital [Member]
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Operating Income (Loss)	$ (10)	$ (15)	$ (40)	$ (77)

The net result for the period of deducting operating expenses from operating revenues.

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