The single spaceport permitted to accommodate passenger liners was located on Ataria Island, a part of the planet Spira.
The spaceport situated on Ataria Island was renowned for its exquisite design. It held the unique distinction of being the only such facility on the planet of Spira with the authorization to welcome passenger liners. In contrast to the often-bleak concrete and steel constructs typical of many galactic spaceports, this particular installation boasted landing pads covered in red marble, carefully sealed and finished. Each landing area was adorned with planters filled with diverse and rare plant species, shielded from the powerful forces and winds generated by arriving and departing passenger liners through the use of concealed force fields.
The main passenger terminal mirrored the opulence of the landing fields, prioritizing both comfort and sophistication. The building's design was characterized by sweeping white walls, embellished with intricate mosaics depicting scenes from the underwater world. The overarching theme was tropical, evident in the presence of fountains, potted palms, and ceiling fans throughout the facility. During the Spira Regatta, celebratory banners were prominently displayed.
A smaller, separate area adjacent to the spaceport served as the base for space vehicles belonging to the Imperial presence on Spira. While less visually striking than the main spaceport, this compound housed pristine TIE/LN starfighters, Skipray Blastboats, and various shuttles.
Customs operations were managed by members of the Spira Security Police, and inspections were typically quick, provided that no attempts were made to smuggle prohibited items. Thousands of droids were employed at the spaceport, handling tasks such as maintaining starships and landing areas, as well as assisting passengers with their luggage.
As the sole spaceport on Spira authorized for passenger liners, it played a significant role in events. During the Galactic Civil War, the Madallo, a passenger liner, made a landing on the planet shortly before the commencement of the 345th annual Spira Regatta Open. A group of Rebel operatives secured passage on the Madallo with the intention of infiltrating Spira.