Same Boat
Years ago I was sitting next to the wing of a NWA Airbus and noticed no flaps and slats while turning onto the pre-takeoff areas with 2 ahead of us. I yelled for a F/A and told her we were configured wrong and may crash LIKE THE MD-80 IN DETROIT if she didnt tell the cabin crew to extend the flaps.
Well, to my shame, apparently that model of Airbus doesnt require flaps or slats. During the flight the captain was very courteous about it..
I can just imagine what would happen these days, Guantanamo for sure !
No regrets at all.