A British Airways flight from London to Florida was forced to divert to Boston because of the incident.

John Henson, a 33-year-old businessman from Nottingham, was overpowered by cabin staff after turning violent at 35,000ft. A German tourist on board took pictures as Mr Henson was being restrained by crew and fellow passengers.

John Henson who was held down with an emergency restraint kit. Pictures courtesy of Mail on Sunday

Mr Henson left his seat on the plane and tried to kiss an air stewardess. He is believed to have been drunk. British Airways say that when he was asked to sit down, he began to punch a metal food container and threatened staff. He was eventually held down.

Shortly after, the captain apologised for having to divert the Gatwick to Orlando flight. In Boston, state police boarded the plane and arrested Mr Henson.