THE VIRGIN BLUE GROUP ANNOUNCES SECOND PHASE OF NETWORK REVIEW

• Two Airbus A330-200 aircraft in May 2011
• Announcement with Etihad provides connections to Middle East, UK, Europe, Africa, and Asia.
• V Australia to exit Johannesburg and Phuket routes in February 2011

The Virgin Blue Group of Airlines announced today the second phase of its network review with the
introduction of Airbus A330-200 aircraft for its domestic network and an overhaul of its international long
haul network.

“This is a major step in our Game Changing Program that will enhance our domestic and international
capability by providing wide body aircraft on the transcontinental routes and a gateway to a more
comprehensive international long haul network through our new partnership with Etihad,” Virgin Blue Group
Chief Executive Officer, John Borghetti, said.

Domestic Network

Mr Borghetti said the introduction of the two Airbus A330-200 would increase the fleet size to 90
aircraft and provide additional flexibility, capacity and product opportunities to better penetrate both
the leisure, corporate and government markets.

“The first A330-200s will operate services between Perth and the east coast of Australia enabling
Virgin Blue to grow available capacity, especially at peak times, extending the airline’s appeal to
business travellers,” he said.

Mr Borghetti said the wide body services would provide Guests with an enhanced in-flight experience
and a convenient schedule, connecting seamlessly with the Group’s other domestic and international
services.

“The Airbus A330-200 will truly be a game changer. This aircraft type is perfect for growing our fleet
and network capabilities,” he added. 

International network expands

From February 2011, Virgin Blue will consolidate its international network to two strategic hubs in
Los Angeles and Abu Dhabi providing a gateway to a truly international network through
partnerships. This is part of the strategic partnership with Etihad also announced today which
provides the Virgin Blue Group seamless access to the Middle East; United Kingdom; Europe; Africa
and Asia.

“With strategic hubs in Los Angeles and Abu Dhabi we will provide an extensive global network to
our corporate and leisure guests.”

V Australia will withdraw from its loss making Boeing 777-300 services to South Africa and Phuket.
“As a minor player on the African route the prospects of achieving a return are remote,” Mr
Borghetti said.

“The Phuket service is also sub-optimal for our Boeing 777-300 given our configuration.”

Regards,
Lesley Owen 
Manager Industry Sales AU/NZ/PI
Virgin Blue Group