Yes, ZK-PBA and ZK-PBC are the aircraft that Pacblue are operating, PBA was originally VH-VOO, however PBC came straight out of the factory. You are correct also in saying that there are 2 or 3 other PacBlue liveried aircraft flying the friendly skies domestically around australia for
VB, these aircraft will eventually come offline from
VB and become ZK-PB? registered aircraft for pacific blue.
All very confusing, but all works in the end!
As for
VB getting their noses out of joint about PB doing the intl flying: As part of our Cabin crew training, we worked for Virgin Blue, and we were welcomed with open arms. Having worked for both "Blue" airlines, (ie domestically and internationally) i can honestly say that there is absolutely no difference between the two, apart from the services being MUCH busier, and the access to Duty Free purchases... other than that, it doesnt matter where you fly to! However though, I certainly love it, and will be with the company for many years. I mean, show you're determined, and you can get to where you want to go - without waiting 10 years...
and like Smile mentioned... you get to enjoy the benefits of both companies!