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Fair Value Measurements and Derivative Instruments (Derivatives Not Designated as Hedging Instruments) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2020 | Dec. 31, 2019 | Dec. 31, 2018
Derivative instruments disclosure |  |  |
Amount of Gain (Loss) Recognized in Income on Derivative | $ (121,701) | $ 1,431 | $ (61,148)
Foreign exchange contracts | Other Income (Expense) |  |  |
Derivative instruments disclosure |  |  |
Amount of Gain (Loss) Recognized in Income on Derivative | (18,961) | 1,356 | (62,423)
Fuel swaps | Other Income (Expense) |  |  |
Derivative instruments disclosure |  |  |
Amount of Gain (Loss) Recognized in Income on Derivative | (102,740) | 112 | 114
Fuel swaps | Fuel |  |  |
Derivative instruments disclosure |  |  |
Amount of Gain (Loss) Recognized in Income on Derivative | $ 0 | $ (37) | $ 1,161

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