USAir Flight 1016, traveling from Philadelphia to Charlotte, encountered a severe thunderstorm while approaching Charlotte Douglas International Airport. The aircraft, a McDonnell Douglas MD-80, faced significant turbulence and faced challenges in maintaining its descent due to wind shear and poor visibility. As the flight crew executed a go-around maneuver after realizing they were too low to land safely, the plane struck trees and ultimately crashed into a field just short of the airport’s runway. Emergency responders quickly arrived at the scene, where rescue efforts began amid the wreckage and smoke. The incident resulted in the tragic loss of 37 lives, including both passengers and crew members. The remaining survivors endured severe injuries and trauma. Investigations following the crash revealed shortcomings in the flight crew's response to the adverse weather conditions, emphasizing the need for improved pilot training and weather awareness in aviation procedures. The crash prompted both USAir and aviation authorities to closely examine flight operations during adverse weather, leading to changes in airline protocols and regulations in the years that followed.