Safety in Aircraft Routing (w/ Lucky Mendez) Part 1

From Welding to Writing: Lucky Mendez’s Journey to Aircraft RoutingIn this episode of The Cop and the Comic, we sit down with Lucky Mendez, a screenwriter and TV writer whose real-life experiences as an aircraft router have inspired his work. Lucky shares the story of how he got into this fascinating career, starting with an intense 8-month aviation mechanics program. He breaks down the highs and lows of training—welding was the toughest, while working with electronic boards came naturally—and explains how he approached job applications to enter the workforce without taking on debt.We also talk about the perks of the job, including flying benefits, and Lucky reflects on the difference between an aircraft router and an air traffic controller. This is an inspiring look at hard work, strategy, and how real-life experiences can shape storytelling. ✈️📜🎬 Thanks to our monthly supporters Christopher Fox Daniel Blatt Amy Smith Luciano Mendez Kippie Martin