Leases - Schedule of Depreciation Expense for Underlying Assets under Operating Leases (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended	9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024	Sep. 30, 2023	Sep. 30, 2024	Sep. 30, 2023
Leases [Abstract]
Depreciation expense for underlying assets under operating leases	$ 46,307	$ 45,795	$ 137,955	$ 136,640

Depreciation expense for underlying assets under operating leases.

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