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It's not absolutely required, although you're right - SOP typically calls for some degree of flap setting on most larger aircraft.
What kind of aircraft were you on? That would have a lot to do with the answer. TOW, density altitude, etc. all factor in on the recommended flap setting.
Also keep in mind that the power-to-weight ratios of modern CRJ-style jets are much higher than on old 727s. As such, they're probably a bit more forgiving of mistakes on flap settings, unless they're operating at a small-ish airport.
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