'CelebAir' contestants 'threatened walkout'

CelebAir's star contestants threatened to rebel against producers following a row over alcohol, according to a report.

The celebrities were instructed to resit the Civil Aviation Authority exam after it was discovered that they had enjoyed a boozy lunch before taking the first test.

"They were up in arms because they'd all passed and couldn't see why they had to bother to do the exam again," an insider told the Daily Star. "But safety is paramount for the producers and they felt they couldn't take a chance. They wanted to be sure they knew their stuff.

"They were on the verge of walking out until they were promised a day at a spa if they agreed to resit it."

CelebAir follows a group of stars as they become employees at a real-life airline, taking on a variety of duties on the ground and in the air. The show's lineup includes Neighbours actor Dan O'Connor, former Blazin' Squad member Kenzie and X Factor star Chico Slimani.

"Chico is really getting on everyone's nerves," the insider added. "They're tired and stressed and there's a lot of tension - and sometimes he's the last person you want around."

CelebAir begins on Tuesday at 9pm on ITV2.