The history of Air Burkina dates back to 1967 when it was founded as Air Volta, a regional airline based in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso. Air Volta started operations with a single DC-3 aircraft and a staff of five pilots, engineers and other personnel. The airline was initially owned by the government and operated a number of domestic routes throughout the country.

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Air Volta was rebranded as Air Burkina in 1973 and the company's fleet was modernized with the addition of four Fokker F27 aircraft. This allowed the airline to expand its operations to include international destinations in neighboring countries such as Mali, Niger, Ivory Coast and Ghana.

In 1978, Air Burkina was awarded a contract from the United Nations to provide humanitarian aid flights to the Democratic Republic of Congo. This marked the beginning of the airline's involvement in international aid operations and provided the foundation for its growth and development over the next few decades.

Throughout the 1980s and 1990s, Air Burkina continued to expand its fleet and operations. In 1985, the airline added its first jet aircraft, a Boeing 737-200, which allowed the airline to increase its international route network. In 1991, the airline added its first Boeing 727-200 and in 1998, it added its first Boeing 767-300.

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In 2002, Air Burkina became a member of the International Air Transport Association (IATA). This allowed the airline to participate in the global network of IATA-approved carriers and to expand its operations to include flights to Europe, North America and other international destinations.

Air Burkina has been involved in several significant events throughout its history. In 1998, the airline experienced its first major air crash when one of its Boeing 727-200 aircraft crashed near Ouagadougou, killing all 90 passengers and crew on board. In 2009, the airline was subject to a federal investigation into allegations of money laundering and fraud.

Despite these setbacks, Air Burkina has continued to grow and develop over the years. In 2005, the airline expanded its international route network to include flights to Dubai and London. In 2012, Air Burkina introduced its first Airbus A319 aircraft and began offering service to Paris. In 2013, the airline signed a partnership agreement with South African Airways, allowing passengers to book flights on both carriers.

Today, Air Burkina is a major player in the West African aviation industry. The airline operates a fleet of over 20 aircraft, including Airbus A319s, Boeing 737s and 767s. The airline serves over 30 destinations in Africa, Europe and the Middle East. Air Burkina is committed to providing safe, reliable and efficient air transportation and has established itself as a leader in the region.