NET INCOME PER SHARE ATTRIBUTABLE TO HEICO SHAREHOLDERS (Details Textuals) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Jul. 31, 2012	Jul. 31, 2011	Jul. 31, 2012	Jul. 31, 2011
Adjustments to redemption amount of redeemable noncontrolling interests	$ (600)	$ (1,000)	$ 93	$ 1,619
Redeemable Noncontrolling Interests [Member]
Adjustments to redemption amount of redeemable noncontrolling interests			$ (93)	$ (1,619)