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Fair Value Measurements and Derivative Instruments - Derivatives Not Designated as Hedging Instruments (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 3 Months Ended
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Mar. 31, 2016 | Mar. 31, 2015
Derivative Instruments |  |
Amount of Gain (Loss) Recognized in Income on Derivatives | $ 14,455 | $ (28,083)
Other income (expense) |  |
Derivative Instruments |  |
Amount of Gain (Loss) Recognized in Income on Derivatives | 14,477 | (28,212)
Foreign exchange contracts | Other income (expense) |  |
Derivative Instruments |  |
Amount of Gain (Loss) Recognized in Income on Derivatives | 14,455 | (28,083)
Fuel swaps | Fuel swaps | Other income (expense) |  |
Derivative Instruments |  |
Amount of Gain (Loss) Recognized in Income on Derivatives | $ 22 | $ (129)

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