An American Airlines flight bound for Charlotte was forced to return to Myrtle Beach shortly after takeoff due to a bird strike that caused flames to shoot from one of its engines. Passengers reported experiencing rattling and smoke as the pilot declared a mayday and executed an emergency landing. The plane, which was seen with visible engine fire in the air, successfully landed back at the Myrtle Beach airport without injuries reported. The incident has raised concerns over bird strikes and their potential impact on flight safety.