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ILFC Transaction (Schedule Of Reported Transaction And Integration Expenses Related To The ILFC Transaction) (Details) - USD ($) | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2016 | Dec. 31, 2015 | Dec. 31, 2014
Business Acquisition [Line Items] |  |  |
Transaction, integration and restructuring related expenses | $ 53,389,000 | $ 58,913,000 | $ 148,792,000
ILFC [Member] |  |  |
Business Acquisition [Line Items] |  |  |
Severance and other compensation expenses | 0 | 7,236,000 | 54,600,000
Banking fees | 0 |  | 45,740,000
Professional fees and other expenses | 0 | 2,366,000 | 48,452,000
Transaction, integration and restructuring related expenses | $ 0 | $ 9,602,000 | $ 148,792,000

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