NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OF AMERICAN AIRLINES GROUP INC.
## Table 0 ##
(1) At December 31, 2015, certain trust assets totaling approximately $24 million, were added to the retiree medical plan asset values that were previously offset against the benefit obligation.
(2) The 2015 noncurrent liability does not include $17 million of other postretirement benefits or $1 million of prior service costs.
The 2014 noncurrent liability does not include $18 million of other postretirement benefits or $2 million of prior service costs.
The following tables provide the components of net periodic benefit cost (income) for the years ended December 31, 2015, 2014 and 2013 (in millions):
## Table 1 ##
(1) The 2015 prior service cost does not include amortization of $3 million related to other postretirement benefits.
The 2014 prior service cost does not include amortization of $14 million related to other postretirement benefits.
The estimated amount of unrecognized net loss for the defined benefit pension plans that will be amortized from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) into net periodic benefit cost over the next fiscal year is $126 million.
The estimated amount of unrecognized net gain for the retiree medical and other postretirement plans that will be amortized from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) into net periodic benefit cost over the next fiscal year is $16 million.
Table of Contents The components of total net special charges (credits) in our accompanying consolidated statements of operations are as follows (in millions):
## Table 2 ##
(1) In 2013, other revenue special item, net included a credit to other revenues related to a change in accounting method resulting from the modification of American’s AAdvantage miles agreement with Citibank.
(2) In 2015, mainline operating special items, net principally included $1.0 billion of merger integration expenses related to information technology, alignment of labor union contracts, professional fees, severance, share-based compensation, fleet restructuring, re-branding of aircraft and airport facilities, relocation and training.
In 2014, mainline operating special items, net principally included $810 million of merger integration expenses related to information technology, alignment of labor union contracts, professional fees, severance and retention, share-based compensation, divestiture of London Heathrow slots, fleet restructuring, re-branding of aircraft and airport facilities, relocation and training.
In addition, we recorded a net charge of $81 million for bankruptcy related items principally consisting of fair value adjustments for bankruptcy settlement obligations and an $81 million charge to revise prior estimates of certain aircraft residual values and other spare parts asset impairments.
These charges were offset in part by a $309 million gain on the sale of slots at DCA.
In 2013, mainline operating special items, net included $443 million of merger related expenses related to the alignment of labor union contracts, professional fees, severance, share-based compensation and fees for US Airways to exit the Star Alliance and its codeshare agreement with United Airlines.
In addition, we recorded a $107 million charge related to American’s pilot long-term disability obligation, a $43 million charge for workers’ compensation claims and a $33 million aircraft impairment charge.
These charges were offset in part by a $67 million gain on the sale of slots at LGA.
(3) The 2015 regional operating special items, net principally related to merger integration expenses.
The 2014 regional operating special items, net consisted primarily of a $24 million charge due to a new pilot labor contract at our Envoy regional subsidiary as well as $7 million of merger integration expenses, offset in part by an $8 million gain on the sale of certain spare parts.
(4) In 2015, nonoperating special items, net principally included a $592 million charge to write off all of the value of Venezuelan bolivars held by us due to continued lack of repatriations and deterioration of economic conditions in Venezuela.
In 2014, nonoperating special items, net principally included a $43 million charge for Venezuelan foreign currency losses, $56 million of early debt extinguishment costs primarily related to the prepayment of 7.50% senior secured notes and other indebtedness and $33 million of non-cash interest accretion on bankruptcy settlement obligations.
In 2013, nonoperating special items, net consisted of interest charges of $138 million primarily to recognize post-petition interest expense on unsecured obligations pursuant to the Plan and penalty interest related to 10.5% secured notes and 7.50% senior secured notes, a $54 million charge related to the premium on tender for existing EETC financings and the write-off of debt issuance costs and $19 million in charges related to the repayment of existing EETC financings.
Table of Contents The components of American’s total net special charges (credits) included in American’s accompanying consolidated statements of operations are as follows (in millions):
## Table 3 ##
(1) In 2013, other revenue special item, net included a credit to other revenues related to a change in accounting method resulting from the modification of American’s AAdvantage miles agreement with Citibank.
(2) In 2015, mainline operating special items, net principally included $1.0 billion of merger integration expenses related to information technology, alignment of labor union contracts, professional fees, severance, share-based compensation, fleet restructuring, re-branding of aircraft and airport facilities, relocation and training.
In 2014, mainline operating special items, net principally included $803 million of merger integration expenses related to information technology, alignment of labor union contracts, professional fees, severance and retention, share-based compensation, divestiture of London Heathrow slots, fleet restructuring, re-branding of aircraft and airport facilities, relocation and training.
In addition, American recorded a net charge of $60 million for bankruptcy related items principally consisting of fair value adjustments for bankruptcy settlement obligations and an $81 million charge to revise prior estimates of certain aircraft residual values and other spare parts asset impairments.
These charges were offset in part by a $309 million gain on the sale of slots at DCA.
In 2013, mainline operating special items, net principally included $443 million of merger related expenses related to the alignment of labor union contracts, professional fees, severance, share-based compensation and fees for US Airways to exit the Star Alliance and its codeshare agreement with United Airlines.
In addition,American recorded a $107 million charge related to American’s pilot long-term disability obligation, a $43 million charge for workers’ compensation claims and a $33 million aircraft impairment charge.
These charges were offset in part by a $67 million gain on the sale of slots at LGA.
(3) The 2015 and 2014 regional operating special items, net principally related to merger integration expenses.
(4) In 2015, nonoperating special items, net principally included a $592 million charge to write off all of the value of Venezuelan bolivars held by American due to continued lack of repatriations and deterioration of economic conditions in Venezuela.
In 2014, nonoperating special items, net principally included a $43 million charge for Venezuelan foreign currency losses, $56 million of early debt extinguishment costs primarily related to the prepayment of 7.50% senior secured notes and other indebtedness and $29 million of non-cash interest accretion on bankruptcy settlement obligations.
In 2013, nonoperating special items, net consisted of interest charges of $48 million primarily to recognize post-petition interest expense on unsecured obligations pursuant to the Plan and penalty interest related to 10.5% secured notes and 7.50% senior secured notes, a $54 million charge related to the premium on tender for existing EETC financings and the write-off of debt issuance costs and $19 million in charges related to the repayment of existing EETC financings.
(5) In 2013, American recognized reorganization expenses as a result of the filing of voluntary petitions for relief under Chapter 11.
These amounts consisted primarily of estimated allowed claim amounts and professional fees.
freesheet paper were higher in Russia, but lower in Europe reflecting weak economic conditions and market demand.
Average sales price realizations for pulp decreased.
Lower input costs for wood and purchased fiber were partially offset by higher costs for energy, chemicals and packaging.
Freight costs were also higher.
Planned maintenance downtime costs were higher due to executing a significant once-every-ten-years maintenance outage plus the regularly scheduled 18-month outage at the Saillat mill while outage costs in Russia and Poland were lower.
Manufacturing operating costs were favorable.
Entering 2013, sales volumes in the first quarter are expected to be seasonally weaker in Russia, but about flat in Europe.
Average sales price realizations for uncoated freesheet paper are expected to decrease in Europe, but increase in Russia.
Input costs should be higher in Russia, especially for wood and energy, but be slightly lower in Europe.
No maintenance outages are scheduled for the first quarter.
Indian Papers includes the results of Andhra Pradesh Paper Mills (APPM) of which a 75% interest was acquired on October 14, 2011.
Net sales were $185 million in 2012 and $35 million in 2011.
Operating profits were a loss of $16 million in 2012 and a loss of $3 million in 2011.
Asian Printing Papers net sales were $85 million in 2012, $75 million in 2011 and $80 million in 2010.
Operating profits were improved from breakeven in past years to $1 million in 2012.
U. S.  Pulp net sales were $725 million in 2012 compared with $725 million in 2011 and $715 million in 2010.
Operating profits were a loss of $59 million in 2012 compared with gains of $87 million in 2011 and $107 million in 2010.
Sales volumes in 2012 increased from 2011 primarily due to the start-up of pulp production at the Franklin mill in the third quarter of 2012.
Average sales price realizations were significantly lower for both fluff pulp and market pulp.
Input costs were lower, primarily for wood and energy.
Freight costs were slightly lower.
Mill operating costs were unfavorable primarily due to costs associated with the start-up of the Franklin mill.
Planned maintenance downtime costs were lower.
In the first quarter of 2013, sales volumes are expected to be flat with the fourth quarter of 2012.
Average sales price realizations are expected to improve reflecting the realization of sales price increases for paper and tissue pulp that were announced in the fourth quarter of 2012.
Input costs should be flat.
Planned maintenance downtime costs should be about $9 million higher than in the fourth quarter of 2012.
Manufacturing costs related to the Franklin mill should be lower as we continue to improve operations.
Consumer Packaging Demand and pricing for Consumer Packaging products correlate closely with consumer spending and general economic activity.
In addition to prices and volumes, major factors affecting the profitability of Consumer Packaging are raw material and energy costs, freight costs, manufacturing efficiency and product mix.
Consumer Packaging net sales in 2012 decreased 15% from 2011 and 7% from 2010.
Operating profits increased 64% from 2011 and 29% from 2010.
Net sales and operating profits include the Shorewood business in 2011 and 2010.
Excluding asset impairment and other charges associated with the sale of the Shorewood business, and facility closure costs, 2012 operating profits were 27% lower than in 2011, but 23% higher than in 2010.
Benefits from lower raw material costs ($22 million), lower maintenance outage costs ($5 million) and other items ($2 million) were more than offset by lower sales price realizations and an unfavorable product mix ($66 million), lower sales volumes and increased market-related downtime ($22 million), and higher operating costs ($40 million).
In addition, operating profits in 2012 included a gain of $3 million related to the sale of the Shorewood business while operating profits in 2011 included a $129 million fixed asset impairment charge for the North American Shorewood business and $72 million for other charges associated with the sale of the Shorewood business.
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North American Consumer Packaging net sales were $2.0 billion in 2012 compared with $2.5 billion in 2011 and $2.4 billion in 2010.
Operating profits were $165 million ($162 million excluding a gain related to the sale of the Shorewood business) in 2012 compared with $35 million ($236 million excluding asset impairment and other charges associated with the sale of the Shorewood business) in 2011 and $97 million ($105 million excluding facility closure costs) in 2010.
Coated Paperboard sales volumes in 2012 were lower than in 2011 reflecting weaker market demand.
Average sales price realizations were lower, primarily for folding carton board.
Input costs for wood increased, but were partially offset by lower costs for chemicals and energy.
Planned maintenance downtime costs were slightly lower.
Market-related downtime was about 113,000 tons in 2012 compared with about 38,000 tons in 2011.

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Pension Benefits	Retiree Medical and Other Postretirement Benefits
2015	2014	2015	2014
For plans with accumulated benefit obligations exceeding the fair value of plan assets:
Projected benefit obligation (PBO)	$16,369	$17,560	$—	$—
Accumulated benefit obligation (ABO)	16,357	17,548	—	—
Accumulated postretirement benefit obligation (APBO)	—	—	1,129	1,324
Fair value of plan assets	9,677	10,950	253	244
ABO less fair value of plan assets	6,680	6,598	—	—

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Pension Benefits	Retiree Medical and OtherPostretirement Benefits
2015	2014	2013	2015	2014	2013
Defined benefit plans:
Service cost	$2	$3	$3	$3	$1	$—
Interest cost	737	746	654	50	61	50
Expected return on assets	-851	-786	-720	-19	-19	-16
Curtailments	—	—	2	—	—	—
Settlements	1	4	-1	—	—	—
Amortization of:
Prior service cost (benefit) (1)	28	28	28	-243	-244	-251
Unrecognized net loss (gain)	112	43	90	-9	-8	-9
Net periodic benefit cost (income) for defined benefit plans	29	38	56	-218	-209	-226
Defined contribution plans	662	546	328	N/A	N/A	N/A
$691	$584	$384	$-218	$-209	$-226

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Year Ended December 31,
2015	2014	2013
Other revenue special item, net -1	$—	$—	$-31
Mainline operating special items, net -2	1,051	800	559
Regional operating special items, net -3	29	24	8
Nonoperating special items, net -4	594	132	211
Reorganization items, net -5	—	—	2,655
Income tax special items, net -6	-3,015	346	-324
Total	$-1,341	$1,302	$3,078

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Year Ended December 31,
2015	2014	2013
Other revenue special item, net -1	$—	$—	$-31
Mainline operating special items, net -2	1,051	783	559
Regional operating special items, net -3	18	5	—
Nonoperating special items, net -4	616	128	121
Reorganization items, net -5	—	—	2,640
Income tax special items, net -6	-3,468	344	-324
Total	$-1,783	$1,260	$2,965

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In millions	2012	2011	2010
Sales	$3,170	$3,710	$3,400
Operating Profit	268	163	207

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Question: What's the growth rate of ABO less fair value of plan assets of Pension Benefits in 2015?
Answer: 0.012430000000000002