A turbulent trip on a flight from Sioux Lookout to Pikangikum First Nation on Monday afternoon.
Provincial Police say a flight was diverted to Red Lake around 5:45.
OPP say a passenger had physically assaulted others on board, refused to follow directions from airline staff and endangered the aircraft.
One of the pilots along with other passengers were forced to restrain and subdue the accused until the plane could land safety.
The individual was injured during the altercation and was transported to hospital upon arrival.
OPP say 33-year-old Torrey Turtle of Pikangikum faces counts of assault, assaulting a peace officer and resisting police.
The investigation continues.
