Organization and Significant Accounting Policies - Government Contracts (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Jan. 31, 2026	Apr. 30, 2025
Organization and Significant Accounting Policies
Reserves for Incurred Cost Claim Audits	$ 0	$ 0

Represents the reserves for incurred cost claim audits.

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