Quarterly report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d)

Property and Equipment (Details Textual)

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Property and Equipment (Details Textual) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
3 Months Ended 9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2014
Sep. 30, 2013
Sep. 30, 2014
satellite
Sep. 30, 2013
Property, Plant and Equipment [Abstract]        
Depreciation expense on property and equipment $ 50,908 $ 46,426 $ 158,435 $ 155,923
Disposal of property and equipment     $ 14,802 $ 13,130
Number of owned satellites     9