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Allowance for credit losses (Narrative) (Details) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2021 USD ($) category
Allowance For Credit Loss [Line Items] |
Number of categories of financing receivables | category | 3
COVID-19 Pandemic & GECAS Transaction |
Allowance For Credit Loss [Line Items] |
Increase in allowance for credit loss | $ | $ 83.7

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