BCPA Flight 304 was a scheduled passenger flight operated by the California-based Boeing Pacific Air Lines, utilizing a Douglas DC-6 aircraft. On the day of the incident, the flight departed from Seattle and was headed towards San Francisco. Unfortunately, as the aircraft approached the California coast, it encountered severe turbulence and low visibility due to inclement weather, which included thunderstorms. Reports indicated that the aircraft struggled to maintain altitude amid the challenging flying conditions, ultimately leading to a rapid descent. It crashed into the Pacific Ocean, just off the coastline near San Francisco. Rescue teams were promptly dispatched but faced difficulties due to the weather and ocean conditions. Tragically, all 63 individuals aboard—comprised of both passengers and crew—tragically lost their lives. Investigations into the crash focused on the impact of weather conditions on the aircraft's operational safety and led to recommendations aimed at improving weather assessment protocols for commercial flights, as well as advancements in aircraft technology and pilot training standards.