Annual report pursuant to Section 13 and 15(d)

Profit Sharing/401(k) Plan - Additional Information (Detail)

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Profit Sharing/401(k) Plan - Additional Information (Detail) (Astronics Plan [Member], USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2013
Dec. 31, 2012
Dec. 31, 2011
Astronics Plan [Member]
     
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]      
Income before income taxes for the plan Total $ 3.7 $ 3.0 $ 2.6