[4] It also took over EBA's fleet of Boeing 737s and operated this type of aircraft from thereon.

In October 2004, the Virgin Group sold its assets to SN Brussels Airlines, and both airlines were integrated into the parent holding company SN Airholding, chaired by Viscount Étienne Davignon.

The combined airline added long haul destinations and strengthened its position in Africa.

[5] During its 11-year existence, Virgin Express had operated the following aircraft:[6] Three Boeing 737-300 (OO-VEX, OO-VEG and OO-VEH) were fitted with winglets (March 2007).

After the merger, all ten of the Virgin Express fleet went to Brussels Airlines.