Quarterly report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d)

Segment Information (Detail)

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Segment Information (Detail) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
3 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2012
Mar. 31, 2011
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]    
Revenue $ 13,136 $ 12,582
Operating Income (Loss) 1,569 1,472
U.S. Domestic Package
   
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]    
Revenue 8,004 7,543
Operating Income (Loss) 995 880
International Package
   
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]    
Revenue 2,966 2,900
Operating Income (Loss) 408 453
Supply Chain & Freight
   
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]    
Revenue 2,166 2,139
Operating Income (Loss) $ 166 $ 139